Doctors warn fall allergy season could be worse due to climate change

The video discusses how seasonal allergies, often associated with spring, can also be problematic in fall due to climate change. Warmer temperatures and increased carbon dioxide levels are extending allergy seasons and intensifying symptoms. Common allergens include pollen and mold from damp leaves. Symptoms like sinus pressure and sneezing can be confused with viral infections, but allergies typically lack fever and body aches. Dr. Christopher Chu advises distinguishing between allergies and viruses and suggests managing allergies with medications to enjoy outdoor activities.

What is one reason fall can be a challenging time for people with allergies?

• Higher temperatures

• Climate change extending the allergy season

• Increased rainfall

• The presence of more insects

How does climate change contribute to worsening allergies?

• By causing more frequent rainstorms

• By decreasing the temperature

• By reducing the number of allergens

• By increasing the amount of carbon dioxide, which stimulates pollen production

Which of the following is a common allergen found in damp piles of leaves during fall?

• Dust mites

• Pollen

• Pet dander

• Mold

What symptom is unlikely to be present in allergies but common in viral illnesses?

• Congestion

• Headaches

• Fever

• Sneezing

What is one way to manage allergies and still enjoy outdoor activities?

• Avoiding all outdoor activities

• Using medications and monitoring pollen counts

• Staying indoors all the time

• Ignoring symptoms