Pharmacists are warning that the change is responsible for an 'earlier, longer and more intense' hay fever season in Ireland
An International Study of Asthma and Allergies in Childhood said 2023 was recorded as the hottest year ever for Ireland in 124 years, followed closely by 2022.
The prevalence of hay fever among children is rising worldwide with a 6% rise to 19% amongst 13-year olds alone. It is estimated that around 1.25 million people in Ireland suffer from hay fever, of which 20% are children."I think GPs would report that not only are they seeing more people presenting with hay fever and more severe symptoms but definitely that the hay fever season seems to be extended," she said."The average prevalence of hay fever European-wise is about 19% - but in Ireland and the UK we're in the order of 26%.
"If they're already prone to things like asthma it can exacerbate it and for many of them they're saying that to effects their sleep.Dr Duffy said hay fever sufferers usually feel the change from March."Then from May on we tend to see a surge from those who are allergic to grass pollens."If your someone who gets hay fever every year and you know it's coming to that time start on the medication".
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