2024-08-01 06:00:53
For people with pollen allergies, the period from March to May is a time when rhinitis, asthma, and conjunctivitis recur. The number of cases continues to increase year by year, and global warming may be one of the major factors behind this growth. what is Link between pollen allergies and climate change ?
Current status of seasonal allergies in France
Seasonal allergies, also known as “hay fever,” manifest as chronic rhinitis, frequent sneezing, watery, itchy eyes, and can lead to conjunctivitis. In the most severe cases, allergies can trigger asthma attacks.
According to the National Agency for Food, Environmental and Occupational Health and Safety (ANSES), one in three adults (that is, 30% of French people and 20% of children over 9 years old) suffers from allergies, and cases have increased in recent years. However, in the 1990s, only one in 10 French people were allergic to pollen, and by 2050 this number will be Prevalence among adults may increase to 50% due to global warmingaccording to WHO.
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Climate change: leading cause of seasonal allergies in France
Climate change and air pollution are causing an increase in the number of people with allergies, worsening of symptoms, and longer periods of allergies.
Several factors link seasonal allergies to global warming.
Air pollution: lIncreased carbon dioxide concentration In the atmosphere, necessary for plant photosynthesis, significantly increasing pollen production. Plant grass : For aesthetic and maintenance reasons, over the years only pollinating (male) trees have been included in revegetation programs, increasing pollen production in the city. In addition, some species, such as ragweed, are migrating from North America to mainland Europe and France due to the effects of global warming. Flowering period is longer : Warmer temperatures lead to earlier flowering and pollination, and longer pollen production periods in the summer and sometimes, depending on the variety, in the fall and winter.
“It can go from March to October, sometimes even from January to November. There is really no time to rest,” says Damien Closier of the Botanical Garden in Rennes (Illes-et-Vilaine). Damien Closier emphasized to TF1 reporters.
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How to limit seasonal allergies?
There are a number of solutions you can take to alleviate seasonal allergy attacks.
Symptoms can be effectively relieved with corticosteroid nasal sprays, antihistamines, and decongestants. You can make an appointment with your doctor build healthcare. It is also recommended to take probiotics regularly to strengthen the immune system.
Monitoring sites provide daily information on pollen counts and air quality, with alerts issued for each French region. During pollen season it is recommended:
Limit going out during peak pollination periodsEspecially in the morning, keep windows closed to prevent pollen from entering; Use an air purifier Diffusing real lavender essential oil indoors can reduce sneezing and soothe the respiratory tract; use thyme and elderberry infusions recommended Relieve respiratory congestion ; Wash your hair frequently to eliminate pollen, preferably before bed. Clean your eyes and nose with physiological serum morning and night.
Additionally, our sedentary lifestyle results in lower resistance to pollen. “Normally, our bodies accept the increased pollen levels in the air in spring. But this tolerance is becoming less and less as our organisms and immune systems are affected by the environment.
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source
– Climate change is a factor in the increase in pollen allergies. www.notre-environnement.gouv.fr. Date viewed: July 19, 2024.
– Seasonal allergies. www.msdmanuals.com. Date viewed: July 19, 2024.
– Pollen allergy: France on alert. www.tf1info.fr. Date viewed: July 19, 2024.
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