How to Balance Indoor Humidity During Rainy Months
Winters in Oregon are known for being cold and wet. As such, you’ll probably stay inside and have your heater on for most of the day. While this makes for a cozy indoor winter, it also creates the ideal conditions for mold growth, which is a common allergen for people. Controlling the humidity levels in…
Helping Kids Manage Allergies During Back-to-School Season
Helping your child with allergy management is no mean feat, but it’s a bit easier in the summer, when you’re spending pretty much every day with them, than it is in the fall. Back-to-school season means they’re out of your care for most of the day and on their own if they have an allergy…
Fall Allergy Home Prep for Salem Families
We’re all familiar with “spring cleaning,” but if you or someone in your family has allergies, you may want to consider adding fall cleaning to your yearly routines as well. Allergy symptoms may largely subside in the late fall, but indoor allergens are still prolific. Indoor Allergens Substances that trigger allergic reactions are known as…
All About Pet Allergies
If you have a pet allergy, you may notice your allergy symptoms grow more severe in the fall. Here’s our complete guide to pet allergies: what causes them, why they’re worse this time of year and how to manage them. Dander, Saliva or Urine An allergen is any substance that is known to cause allergy…
Why Fall Allergies Hit Hard in Oregon
Oregon’s mild winters and lush greenery are what make our state so attractive to live in, but these factors are also what make allergy season so long. There’s something in the air almost year-round in Oregon, and fall can be an especially grueling time of year for people with hay fever. What’s Causing Allergies in…
Transitioning From Summer to Ragweed Season in the Valley
It’s common to associate the onset of fall with the close of allergy season, but don’t be fooled: this is when ragweed rears its head (or, pollen). Keep on top of your allergy management regimen if you have a pollen allergy, because symptoms aren’t going away just yet. Identifying Ragweed Ragweed is an annual wildflower…
How to Prepare for Wildfire Smoke Season with Allergies
It’s an unfortunate truth that August and September in Oregon have become wildfire season. Smoky air is uncomfortable and hazardous as it is, but it’s especially a problem for people with allergies. Let’s discuss why this is and what you can do to prepare for the smoke. How Wildfire Smoke Affects Allergies Wildfire smoke contains…
Building a Year-Round Allergy-Safe Home Routine
Summer is the peak of allergy season, but that doesn’t mean that allergy symptoms are exclusive to the warmer months. The habits that help you manage your allergies in the spring and summer are just as beneficial in the fall and winter. So, let’s discuss how to make a plan for allergies to keep your…
Drying Laundry Outside in a Heatwave May Worsen Allergies—And Sleep
The summer sun brings a lot of fun, but there are several instances when it is crucial to be mindful of it—including when hanging laundry out to dry. It is especially important for people with allergies that bedding should not be left outside to dry during heat waves. Why It Matters “During periods of high…
How Humidity and Dust Impact Your Allergies
If your allergy symptoms seem worse during the summer, humidity and dust may be contributing factors. High humidity can encourage mold growth and increase pollen exposure, while dust can irritate your airways and expose you to allergens like dust mites. Together, these environmental factors can make allergy symptoms feel more intense, even when the allergens…
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