Steps that may help to reduce the risk of hay fever symptoms include:
€¢ Staying indoors on high count days, and keeping windows closed
€¢ Using wrap-around eye wear outdoors, and gloves if gardening
€¢ Showering when returning into the home to remove pollen residue
€¢ Vacuuming the house regularly with a high-efficiency particle arresting (HEPA) filter, and dusting surfaces with a damp cloth
€¢ Keeping pets out of doors as much as possible in the pollen season
€¢ Keeping grass regularly mown or laying decking, paving or an artificial lawn
€¢ Selecting flowering garden plants that are insect, rather than wind, pollinated
€¢ Avoiding drying clothes outdoors on high pollen count days
€¢ Keeping car windows closed and making sure car air filters are replaced regularly
€¢ Avoiding tobacco smoke and other pollution as these can inflame airways and make hay fever symptoms worse.