Have you ever wished you could put your head in a bubble and go about your daily life unhindered by allergies? Or that you could visit that friend who has a furry, cute, cat and actually relax; even maybe pet the cat and not become overcome with dripping nose, watery eyes and asthma? With this Respiray wearable air purifier this dream may not be possible. The device has … [Read more...]
Nowt to do with hay or fever
Have you ever thought about the phrase 'hay fever' before? We all know what it means, it conjures images of sneezing, wheezing, watery eyes and swollen stuffy noses, but it has absolutely nothing to do with hay or fever. The correct term should actually be 'allergic rhinitis' but that doesn't roll off the tongue so easily. Hardly anyone uses this term in normal every day … [Read more...]
Daily hay fever and dry eye treatment
Living with hay fever and constantly watery eyes is a daily challenge, juggling the seasons; those days when they're dry and scratchy and other days when they water incessantly. Over the years I've been recommended eye drops by my optician but have often been put off by the possible side effects of prolonged use, the ingredients or the taste! Yes the taste! Not that my eyes … [Read more...]
50% more people have hay fever this year
Is your hay fever getting worse? Or do you have it now for the first time as an adult? A recent study revealed that there has indeed been quite a staggering rise. We all love the summer, but that warm, dry weather brings with it clouds of pollen, dust and hay fever; spring and summer can be miserable for those who have hay fever. I've noticed that just in my circle of … [Read more...]
What is Super Pollen and Thunder Fever?
Hay fever is a worry for many people around spring and summer time but what if I told you that things could be about to get much, much worse. Think pollen on steroids.Imagine all those pollen particles splitting and doubling their misery... it sounds like something from a hay fever horror story. And it's real! And coming to the air near you! I got a phone call … [Read more...]