Try These Simple Hacks to Conquer Allergies in Arizona

Alleriges in Arizona: A Year-Round Battle

Why does it seem like allergies in Arizona are a year-round battle? When the Spring Blooms, the sniffles surge. When the Autumn Winds Blow, the pollen and dust stir our sinuses.

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That leaves the full Summer Sneezes and Winter Mold Allergies, an absolute dream if you have stock in Kleenex and Sudafed. A nightmare if you hope for clear breathing.

The sniffles are a year-round festival, at least in my house. What's the best way to combat this ongoing sneeze-fest?

Read on. We've got some tips for you.

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How to Deal with Allergies in Arizona's Desert

With the blowing dust, the blooming desert broom, the Palo Verde trees, and everything that produces pollen across our state, there never seems to be time when I don't have watery eyes and drippy nasal passages.

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READ: Can't Stop Sneezing? Could You Be Allergic to Arizona?

If you're suffering, you've probably figured out that Arizona doesn't really have an allergy season. It's more like 'which season are we in?', and 'what am I allergic to now?'

Allergies here can be a nuisance year-round, but we've got a few ways to deal with them.

READ: Do You Know How To Spot an Arizona Native When it Gets Cold?

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Managing Arizona's Allergies

Here are a few suggestions for handling the perpetual allergy season in Arizona.

Start by monitoring the outdoor pollen count. When pollen is running high, consider staying inside.
Make Your Home an Allergy-Free Zone: Try to make your home as pollen-free as possible. When the pollen is high, keep your windows and doors closed. Consider ways to keep the air moving, like running fans or the A/C on low.
Use Air Filters: ValleyWiseHealth.org suggests using air purifiers and HEPA filters to keep indoor air pollen- and mold-free.
Wash Bedding and Clothing Often: Wash bedding and clothes frequently to keep allergens at bay. You'll sleep better and sniffle less.
Talk to an Allergist: Find a local allergy specialist to help isolate triggering allergens and can maybe prescribe stronger medications to help you feel your best.