Coronavirus face masks can prevent serious bouts of hay fever amid ‘pollen explosion’
FACE masks used to protect people against coronavirus can prevent serious bouts of hay fever, a doctor has claimed.
Responding she said: "Yes. Wearing a mask helps to reduce pollen coming into your mouth and nose, which is great.Dr Glenis said face masks can stop pollen getting into your mouth and noseThe pollen forecast varies depending on what part of the country you are in and today the south of the county will be hit by high pollen levels.This is while the midlands and north west will have mild pollen and the north and Scotland will have low levels.
Sick of fighting against runny eyes? The Met Office recommends sticking to the soft stuff where possible to avoid adding any unnecessary allergy pressure.It may seem obvious for anyone that an antihistamine will help, but it's actually knowing when to take them that could make the difference.
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