Tag: pollen
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Thunderstorm Asthma Season: Protecting Asthma Sufferers
Understanding thunderstorm asthma and who is at risk South-eastern Australia faces a trusted health challenge every year as the grass pollen peak coincides with storm season. Thunderstorm asthma occurs when rain and humidity cause pollen grains to rupture into tiny sub-pollen particles, which are then driven to ground level by storm winds. These particles can…
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Thunderstorm Asthma Season: Prepare Now
Understanding thunderstorm asthma season South-eastern Australia faces a critical period each year when thunderstorms coincide with high pollen counts. Thunderstorm asthma can rapidly worsen symptoms for people with asthma and hay fever, especially when grass pollen peaks in November. During storms, rain and moisture cause pollen grains to absorb water and rupture into tiny sub-pollen…