00:00Spring flowers are nice, but they affect 81 million Americans who suffer from seasonal allergies.
00:06With climate change becoming more and more evident,
00:08allergy season is reportedly starting 20 days earlier and lasting 10 days longer than it did in the 90s,
00:15according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the University of Utah.
00:19Not only that, but the amount of pollen has increased by more than 20 percent.
00:24CBS News advises people to limit their exposure to pollen
00:27by checking the pollen count before heading out.
00:30Healthline says to consider wearing a mask when outside, especially on windy days.
00:35When coming back home, change your clothing and shower to remove any lingering pollen particles.
00:41Make sure to take antihistamines when necessary and avoid cigarette smoke.
00:45Close windows and doors at home and use high-efficiency filters in ventilation systems.
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