First Ragweed Pollen of the 2016 Season Sighted
“Ragweed is here early with our first ragweed pollen observed in the air samples, “ announced Dr. Dvorin.
The ragweed pollen pictured here was photographed by Dr. Dvorin while viewing today’s air sample by microscope.
Today’s Count
Tree pollen is very low.
Grass pollen is not seen.
Ragweed pollen is very low.
Other Weed pollen is moderate.
Outdoor Mold Spore levels are extreme.
Predominant: Outdoor Mold Spores
Outdoor mold spore levels have been elevated and are expected to remain elevated consistent with heat, humidity and rainfall in our area.
Get Ready for Ragweed Pollen Season Now
Ragweed is a major source for allergy and asthma symptoms, so be sure to take your allergy and asthma medications before symptoms start.
Review your Allergy Action Plan with one of The Asthma Center specialists including the use of intranasal corticosteroid sprays.
Monitor pollen and mold counts. Subscribe to receive The Asthma Center daily counts direct to your inbox.
Check back in to read The Asthma Center’s latest blog posts to learn more about ragweed, how it can affect you, and what you can do about it.
Make an appointment to see an allergist – Why Choose Us?
The best way to fight your allergies & asthma is to visit a board certified allergist, learn what your allergies are, create a treatment plan, and adjust as needed. No two allergy & asthma sufferers are alike, so don’t rely on over the counter medications when you could be targeting your symptoms with the help of our allergy experts! At The Asthma Center, we know that no two individuals are alike, and our goal is to personalize your treatment to help you find relief. One way we accomplish this through identifying your allergies and specific levels of allergic sensitivity through allergy skin testing to help you plan your treatment. By following the local pollen counts, we are able to customize allergy regimens that prevent symptoms caused by taking too little, or too much allergy medication.
Did You Know – Pollen & Mold Spore Counts Direct to Your Inbox!
The Asthma Center’s daily Pollen and Mold Spore Count, the Delaware Valley’s only Official count station which is certified by the National Allergy Bureau are now available via email. Subscribe to receive our daily counts by email or check out some of our other blog posts to learn more about what is in the air, how it can affect you, and what you can do about it.
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