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๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

NHS nostril trick could prevent hay fever as parts of UK have 'high' pollen count

The NHS suggests a nostril technique to alleviate hay fever symptoms as the UK braces for high pollen counts this weekend.

Mar 21 โ€ข 16:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The weather is warm and the air is dusty โ€“ relief for allergy sufferers next week

This weekend in Finland will be warm and sunny, but rising pollen levels may cause discomfort for allergy sufferers until relief arrives next week.

Mar 21 โ€ข 11:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Urgent food recall for sweet treat products over undeclared allergens

Certain batches of Seggiano's confectionery products are being recalled due to undeclared allergens on packaging, posing a health risk to those with allergies.

Mar 20 โ€ข 11:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Eruptions, allergies and scabies: the most common skin conditions in Guayaquil due to the weather that have increased in 2026

An increase in skin conditions like eruptions, allergies, and scabies has been reported in Guayaquil due to recent wet weather in 2026.

Mar 19 โ€ข 14:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Margot Robbie's gin is rejected in London pubs for fear of a fatal reaction: 'It's not worth the risk'

Margot Robbie's gin has been turned away by London pubs due to concerns over allergenic ingredients, prompting a change in its recipe.

Mar 18 โ€ข 11:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

Eight million Spaniards face the consequences of an 'intense' spring, especially in central and southern Spain

Around eight million Spaniards are expected to suffer from allergy symptoms this spring due to an unusual intensity in pollen release.

Mar 18 โ€ข 11:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Allergy sufferers face a difficult spring in Spain due to high pollen concentration: 'We are facing the perfect storm'

Allergy sufferers in Spain are predicted to have a challenging spring this year due to high pollen concentrations resulting from winter rains, rising temperatures, and environmental pollution.

Mar 18 โ€ข 11:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Best anti-allergy bedding as Aldi's sell-out range returns for peak hayfever season

Aldi reintroduces its popular anti-allergy bedding just in time for the peak hayfever season, providing relief for allergy sufferers.

Mar 18 โ€ข 08:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

See four steps to avoid the worst allergy symptoms

The article outlines four key steps to help manage seasonal allergies effectively.

Mar 17 โ€ข 21:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Fresh research: Bad news for allergy sufferers

A new study indicates that pollen's impact on the human nose may change at the cellular level due to climate change.

Mar 17 โ€ข 06:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

Allergist: a seemingly healthy menu change can bring new health concerns

A Finnish allergist warns that trendy dietary changes touted as healthy may lead to new health issues, despite a stable allergy prevalence in Estonia.

Mar 16 โ€ข 08:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
Life & Tech

Your nose does this every day, and you can't help it

The article discusses how the human nose functions daily, alternating air passage between nostrils to optimize breathing and maintain nasal health.

Mar 15 โ€ข 14:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

Professor says certain hot drink could cut sneezing for hay fever sufferers

A professor's research indicates that Matcha tea powder may help alleviate sneezing in individuals suffering from hay fever.

Mar 15 โ€ข 05:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
Life & Tech

The Curator: Best air purifiers to improve air quality in your home

The article reviews various air purifiers that can enhance indoor air quality, especially beneficial for those with allergies or asthma.

Mar 14 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Allergies: Pollen Levels Could Impair Student Performance

A new Finnish study suggests a significant correlation between high pollen levels and lower student performance in final exams.

Mar 13 โ€ข 10:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Bury Me in an Ugly Coffee Can

A discussion on various topics including a fight over a blue floral can, a defense of Timothรฉe Chalamet's opera performance, and concerns about the treatment of allergy sufferers.

Mar 13 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

Gilde recalls some meat products

Gilde is recalling certain meat products due to potential undetectable soy allergens not listed on the packaging, aimed at protecting consumers with soy allergies.

Mar 12 โ€ข 11:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

Gilde recalls some meat products

Gilde is recalling a limited number of meat products due to undeclared soy content, which is a concern for consumers with soy allergies.

Mar 12 โ€ข 11:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
Life & Tech

Nasal spray against viruses, pneumonia, and allergies

Scientists at Stanford University have developed a nasal spray vaccine that may offer protection against various respiratory infections and can last for several months.

Mar 12 โ€ข 11:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Spring skin allergies surge... "Triple trouble" from fine dust, pollen, and ultraviolet rays

Spring brings a significant increase in skin allergies, primarily due to rising pollen, fine dust, and ultraviolet radiation, all of which can trigger severe immune responses.

Mar 12 โ€ข 06:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Dr Amir Khan says your allergy or cold could actually be this 'silent' condition

Dr. Amir Khan warns that symptoms often mistaken for allergies or a cold may actually indicate a condition known as silent reflux, which can have serious health implications.

Mar 11 โ€ข 14:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Warning for Allergy Sufferers - A Shift in the Pollen Situation Approaches

Spring is leading to an increase in pollen levels in Finland, with birch pollen expected to rise soon as flowering begins.

Mar 11 โ€ข 13:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

What is the nasal cycle that regulates our breathing and how to care for it to maintain good health

The article explains the nasal cycle, a natural process where the airflow alternates between the nostrils, and emphasizes its importance for respiratory health.

Mar 11 โ€ข 11:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Sports

Cheltenham Festival jockey allergic to horses is left 'itching for days'

Jockey Sean Bowen shares his struggles with horse allergies that he's managed to overcome while pursuing a successful career at the Cheltenham Festival.

Mar 11 โ€ข 08:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Help with Hay Fever: 'You Can Get Sick at Any Age'

With the onset of spring, many people are facing pollen allergies, some for the first time, prompting discussions about prevention and available medications.

Mar 11 โ€ข 08:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Botany Column: For some, it is spring; for others, a pollen trap

The article discusses the arrival of spring in Germany and its impact on allergy sufferers due to blooming plants and trees.

Mar 10 โ€ข 12:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Aktuรกlnฤ›.cz
National & Local

Spring is slowly taking over. The cold won't trouble Czechs anymore, but something quite different

Czechia faces a spring week with relatively high temperatures, but rising pollen levels may irritate allergy sufferers.

Mar 10 โ€ข 11:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Telegraph
Life & Tech

We tested 14 air purifiers at home and these are the models that banished dust the best

The article reviews 14 air purifiers, evaluating their effectiveness in cleaning air from dust and other pollutants, and provides recommendations based on testing results.

Mar 10 โ€ข 10:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด VG
National & Local

Coop recalls wok mix โ€“ contains sesame

Coop has recalled its Teriyaki Wok Mix due to the presence of sesame in the dressing, which is not listed in the ingredients, posing a risk to those with sesame allergies.

Mar 9 โ€ข 16:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

Pollen levels have never been this high before

Pollen levels in Zealand, Denmark, have surged dramatically, causing heightened allergy symptoms for many individuals this year.

Mar 8 โ€ข 15:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

See the graph with pollen counts that have almost exploded: 'It can be directly debilitating'

Pollen counts in Zealand, Denmark, have surged dramatically, causing severe allergic reactions for many individuals this year.

Mar 8 โ€ข 15:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

- I spray myself six or seven times a day

Young people in Norway discuss their daily perfume routine, highlighting the preference for smelling good despite complaints about excessive fragrance use.

Mar 7 โ€ข 14:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

He reacts to the common reed. And is allergic to at least 16 other things

Mathias Herup, a 26-year-old from Denmark, recently discovered he is allergic to at least 16 substances, including common reed pollen, and is hopeful about new broad-spectrum immunotherapy research that could treat multiple allergies simultaneously.

Mar 7 โ€ข 13:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Popular dessert pulled from shelves over potential danger

Gรผ Indulgent Foods has recalled its Blonde Chocolate Cheesecake due to mispacking with a product containing hazelnuts, posing a risk to those with nut allergies.

Mar 7 โ€ข 08:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

"If it also works on humans, it could revolutionize the treatment of allergies"

A Danish research team has made significant progress towards a potential allergy treatment that could cure cross-allergy patients with just three injections.

Mar 7 โ€ข 05:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

BBC doctor says 'hay fever' could be incurable condition after 2 patients get shock

A BBC doctor warns that hay fever could be indicative of an incurable chronic condition as two patients recently presented symptoms that were mistakenly associated with common allergies.

Mar 7 โ€ข 01:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

GP says 'start now' before common condition is triggered

As hay fever season approaches, GPs are advising people to take preventive measures to mitigate symptoms associated with pollen allergies.

Mar 7 โ€ข 01:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Sahara Dust in Germany: "One Should Wait Until the Weekend to Wash the Car"

Sahara dust from North Africa is expected to linger in Germany, creating a milky sun and hazy skies, especially affecting allergy and asthma sufferers.

Mar 6 โ€ข 13:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

The pollen season has begun: More and more allergy sufferers

The article discusses the onset of pollen season in Czechia and the increase in individuals suffering from allergies.

Mar 6 โ€ข 08:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Where is the area in Japan with the least pollen? Is it in the capital region? It has been revealed from past data.

A recent study reveals that the least pollen falls in Ibusuki, Kagoshima Prefecture, where no pollen was recorded, contrasting with Aomori Prefecture, which had the highest pollen counts.

Mar 5 โ€ข 23:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

The pollen season is here: "It goes very, very fast"

The pollen season has officially started in Sweden as temperatures rise, leading to an increase in pollen levels primarily from hazel and alder.

Mar 5 โ€ข 13:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

FOLLOW SYMPTOMS โŸฉ A health concern affecting 150,000 Estonians is here

Spring often poses challenges for allergy sufferers in Estonia, with around 10% of the population facing seasonal allergies during this time.

Mar 5 โ€ข 12:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The Latest Research Reveals the 'Nasal-Gut Axis,' Redefining Allergic Rhinitis Treatment Strategies

Recent research emphasizes the importance of the nasal microbiome in understanding and treating allergic rhinitis, shifting focus from allergies to microbial balance.

Mar 4 โ€ข 23:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

The Frontline of Pollen Allergy Measures and Forecasting: How to Reduce the Damage of a 'National Disease'

The article discusses the rising prevalence and economic impact of pollen allergies in Japan, which affects about 40% of the population, and explores current measures and forecasting practices to mitigate their effects.

Mar 4 โ€ข 23:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Compliments Organic brand chocolate recalled due to โ€˜undeclared almondsโ€™

Compliments Organic dark chocolate has been recalled across several Canadian provinces after the product was found to contain undeclared almonds, posing a risk to those with nut allergies.

Mar 4 โ€ข 20:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Allergies due to climate change: what symptoms may appear with autumn and how to treat them

The article discusses how autumn can trigger allergy symptoms such as congestion and sneezing, and provides tips on prevention and treatment.

Mar 4 โ€ข 12:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

So that spring cleaning does not pose a health threat: what you should know?

A pharmacist shares essential tips for safe spring cleaning to avoid potential health hazards from dust, mold, and pathogens.

Mar 4 โ€ข 07:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
Life & Tech

A saliva bacteria 'protects' against peanut allergy by destroying harmful proteins in the mouth

A new study finds that saliva bacteria may help decrease the severity of peanut allergies by breaking down harmful proteins before they can trigger allergic reactions.

Mar 3 โ€ข 16:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Millions of households in England urged to avoid drying clothes on washing line

Households in England are being warned against drying clothes outside due to the health risks posed by high pollen counts for those with allergies.

Mar 3 โ€ข 10:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Hay fever sufferers told to act or risk symptoms getting 'really bad'

With warmer weather approaching, NHS advises hay fever sufferers to take action now to prevent worsening symptoms, highlighting key health tips from a pharmacist.

Mar 3 โ€ข 08:47 UTC

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