Not the game we want to be playing into Spring ‘24
Apparently, in recent years, the Yukon has experienced pollen explosions, making seasonal allergies even more unwelcome than usual. These pollen surges have led to an increase in sneezing, runny noses, and other allergy symptoms, particularly affecting those with sensitivities to common allergens like birch tree, alder, grass, weeds, dust, mold, and animal dander.
T-minus 2 months until the bloom resumes. That’s just the amount of time we need to get to work on prevention. This is crucial, especially in the context of COVID-19, where distinguishing between allergy symptoms and potential COVID-19 symptoms becomes more challenging.
Don’t know what exactly you’re allergic to? We can use prick testing to reliably find out if it’s birch tree, alder, grass, weeds, dust, mold, and animals amongst other things. Understanding your specific triggers is the first step toward effective management.
Fortunately, there are actual treatments that work to not just help treat but ultimately help get rid of allergies. One such treatment is Sublingual Immunotherapy (SLIT). This involves taking small daily doses of the allergen to make you more tolerant to it over time. SLIT is an effective prescription treatment and is covered by most drug plans. This method not only alleviates symptoms but also addresses the root cause of allergies, providing long-term relief.
As we navigate through these times of heightened health awareness due to COVID-19, managing allergies effectively becomes even more important. Utilizing treatments like SLIT can significantly improve your quality of life, allowing you to enjoy the beauty of the Yukon without the burden of allergy symptoms.