'Tis the Season to be Sneezy

Spring is in full bloom, and many areas of the country are experiencing high pollen levels, leading to misery in allergy sufferers. Will this be a bad year for allergies? It sure seems like it's starting out that way. So, if you're one of the 40 million Americans with allergic rhinitis (hayfever), it's time to be prepared to treat your symptoms.

The spring season typically brings tree pollen, the summer brings grass pollen and the fall brings weed pollen. Molds can be present all year long, although may be the highest in the late summer months. These are only general rules, and many areas of the country can have any type of pollen present throughout the year, especially after rains. Learn more about seasonal allergies.

If you have allergies, be prepared and read the following:

• Find out the pollen counts in your area
• Learn about allergic rhinitis symptoms
• Discover the best treatments for hayfever