Children in the southern United States are more likely to suffer from hay fever, according to research conducted by the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology (ACAAI).
Researchers looked at data from over 91,000 kids, finding that over 18 percent suffered from the disorder. Hay fever rates were highest in the southern and southeastern U.S., while the lowest rates occurred in Alaska, Montana and Vermont.
“According to the study, wetter regions with average humidity were associated with a decreased number of children with hay fever,” said Dr. Micheal Foggs, president elect of the ACAAI. “The study also found areas of the south with warm temperatures and elevated UV indexes seem to harbor more hay fever sufferers.”
Over the counter hay fever remedies include nasal corticosteroid sprays, antihistamines, decongestants, montelukast (Singulair), allergy shots and sinus rinses.
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by RTT Staff Writer
November 15, 2013
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