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Ribbon Cutting Held For Local Allergy Clinic's Grand Opening
JACKSON, Tenn. — The Jackson Chamber held a ribbon cutting for McCulley Allergy, Sinus and Asthma Center today.
The event was held at 3014 Greystone Square in Jackson.
Dr. Tammy McCulley worked in the Jackson market years ago as Dr. Tammy Heinly and is excited to be present again in the Jackson market.
She shares more on her excitement to connect with local patients and meet community needs.
Dr. McCulley (pictured middle) speaks to ribbon cutting attendees.
"We did a soft opening about two and a half months ago and we've been very fortunate that we've already had patients coming our way. It really speaks to the need that the Jackson community had for just more allergy help available," said Dr. McCulley.
The clinic cares for everyone from infants to elderly.
They treat asthma, allergies, sinus infections, immune system problems and more.
For more information on McCulley Allergy, Sinus and Asthma Center, click here.
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VERIFYING 3 Fast Facts About Pollen And Seasonal Allergies
Contrary to popular belief, pollen from flowers isn't the leading cause of seasonal allergies and you can't escape pollen allergies by moving to a drier climate.
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Spring means flowers blooming, trees blossoming and seedlings sprouting in most of the United States, which leads to pollen being released into the air.
Pollen is a fine to coarse, powdery substance that is created by certain plants as part of their reproduction process, according to the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences.
Exposure to pollen in the air can cause a variety of irritating symptoms in people who are exposed to it, or none at all, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says. For people with seasonal allergies, also known as allergic rhinitis or hay fever, pollen exposure can cause sneezing, congestion and a runny nose.
Pollen in the air can also result in allergic conjunctivitis in some people, which causes red, watery, or itchy eyes, the CDC says. It can also cause asthma attacks in people who have asthma who are triggered by pollen.
We're VERIFYING three common misconceptions about pollen and seasonal allergies.
THE SOURCES
WHAT WE FOUND
1. It's a myth that pollen from flowers is the leading cause of seasonal allergies.
Flowering plants that spread their pollen by insects like roses and daffodils usually do not cause seasonal allergies, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA). Instead, our sources agree that most of the pollen that causes allergic reactions comes from trees, grasses and weeds.
"It's a common misconception that flowers are one of the main causes of seasonal allergies," Family Allergy & Asthma says on its website. "While flowers do contain pollen, it's not as easily spread by the wind."
Family Allergy & Asthma and Flonase, an allergy relief medicine brand, both say that flower pollen is heavier and stickier than the smaller, lighter, airborne pollen from trees, weeds and grasses.
"The pollen from showy, colorful flowers, such as roses, daffodils and sunflowers is heavy and sticky so it can be picked up and carried by insects and animals," Flonase says. "As a result, the pollen from these flowers doesn't get carried on the wind to cause your airborne allergy symptoms."
If you're allergic to pollen or suffer from seasonal allergies, the CDC recommends following the tips:
2. It's a myth that seasonal allergies can only develop during childhood.
It's possible for adults who did not experience seasonal allergies during their childhood to develop them later in life.
"Most people typically develop allergy symptoms at a young age, outgrow their allergies, and become tolerant around their 20s or 30s. But it's possible to develop an allergy or become allergic to something at any point in your lifetime," Allergy & ENT Associates says on its website.
Rana Misiak, M.D., an allergist at Henry Ford Health, agrees.
"Seasonal allergies can start and stop at any time during your life," says Misiak.
Allergy & ENT Associates says it's currently unclear how or why seasonal allergies develop in adulthood. However, researchers believe that having one severe allergic reaction or symptoms during childhood can increase your chances of developing allergies as an adult.
"The good news is that there are a variety of effective strategies and treatments to relieve allergy symptoms, allowing you to enjoy your daily activities," says Misiak.
VERIFY found that it's beneficial to start taking allergy medicine before symptoms start. We also found that nasal sprays are more effective at treating sinus symptoms than other types of allergy medicines. Click here for more VERIFIED remedies to treat seasonal allergies.
3. It's a myth that you can escape seasonal allergies by moving to a drier climate.
Contrary to popular belief, moving to a drier climate, like a desert in the Southwestern U.S., will not cure your seasonal allergies. This is because pollen exposure can occur anywhere and everywhere, according to our sources.
"There really is no allergy-free zone. Pollen allergies can occur anywhere. Deserts have plenty of plants that produce pollen, such as sagebrush, cottonwood and olive trees. When pollen counts are high, you may experience symptoms," the Allergy & Asthma Network, an allergy and asthma research nonprofit, says on its website.
Flonase and the Allergy & Asthma Network both note that relocating to a drier climate may only offer temporary relief from seasonal allergies triggered by pollen because allergies to local plants could eventually develop within a few years.
"The timing of your seasonal allergies and your allergic symptoms may vary in a different climate, but they may not vanish altogether," the Allergy & Asthma Network says.
Summit Health and the Allergy & Asthma Network recommend talking to a healthcare professional about treatment options before you consider moving to help manage your pollen allergies.
This story is also available in Spanish / Lee este artículo también en español: Verificamos 3 datos breves sobre el polen y las alergias estacionales
Allergies Can Make You Miserable. Here's How To Track Pollen Levels Near You
(AP) — Allergy season can bring misery to tens of millions of Americans each year.
Tree, grass, and other pollens can cause runny noses, itchy eyes, coughing and sneezing.
Where you live and what you're allergic to can make a big difference in how bad your allergies are, but there are many things you can do to feel better.
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Here are some tips from experts to keep allergies at bay — maybe even enough to allow you to enjoy the outdoors.
WHICH POLLENS CAUSE ALLERGIES?
There are three main types of pollen. Earlier in the spring, tree pollen is the main culprit. After that grasses pollinate, followed by weeds in the late summer and early fall.
Some of the most common tree pollens that cause allergies include birch, cedar, cottonwood, maple, elm, oak and walnut, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America. Grasses that cause symptoms include Bermuda, Johnson, rye and Kentucky bluegrass.
TRACK POLLEN LEVELS, THEN PLAN YOUR DAY
The best and first step to controlling allergies is avoiding exposure. That's easier said than done when it's nice out.
Start with keeping your windows closed at home and in the car, avoiding going out when pollen counts are highest and changing clothes when you get home. The same masks that got us through the pandemic can protect you from allergies — though they won't help with eye symptoms.
Pollen trackers can help with planning.
The American Academy of Allergy Asthma and Immunology tracks levels through a network of counting stations across the U.S. Counts are available at its website and via email.
HOW TO RELIEVE ALLERGY SYMPTOMS
You can't fight an enemy you don't know.
Since many Americans are allergic to several things at once, the first thing to figure out is what specifically you're allergic to, said Dr. Nana Mireku, an allergist in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
Over-the-counter nasal sprays can help relieve symptoms, but they take a while to kick in, so it's best to start them in early in the season, said Dr. Rachna Shah, an allergist and director of the Loyola Medicine Allergy Count.
Antihistamines are another option. Shah said she's seen some patients benefit from switching to a similar brand if one stops working, but said that there isn't much broader data to back the recommendation.
For young children and people who have to take many different allergy medications, immunotherapies in the form of shots and oral drops can help desensitize the immune system to allergens, treating symptoms at their root.
WHERE ARE POLLEN LEVELS THE WORST?
The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America issues an annual ranking of the most challenging cities to live in if you have allergies, based on over-the-counter medicine use, pollen counts and the number of available allergy specialists. This year, the top five were Wichita, Kansas; Virginia Beach, Virginia; Greenville, South Carolina; Dallas; and Oklahoma City.
IS ALLERGY SEASON CHANGING?
If you've been thinking it started earlier and seems longer this year, you're on to something.
Shah usually starts looking at pollen counts in the Chicago area in April. But this year, she peeked at her data in mid-February, and tree pollen was already at a "moderate" level.
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"This season has been so nuts," she said. "Granted, it was a pretty mild winter, but I didn't expect it to be so early."
Shah said she believes this season will be longer than other years, assuming the weather remains warm.
Experts say climate change has led to longer and more intense allergy seasons.
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