Why spring allergies feel worse this year

If you suffer from seasonal allergies, and you’ve noticed things are getting worse – you’re not imagining it.

Scientists say things have gotten worse around the world for a variety of reasons – and unless something is done – it could become dangerous for some.

And those without allergies could even face challenges.

Host Kris McCusker speaks to BBC Science and Features journalist, Amanda Ruggeri, about the in-depth piece she wrote on the issue, discussing how allergy sufferers can improve their circumstances and how climate change plays a role in it all.

You can read the story here: https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20250410-how-climate-driven-thunderstorms-supercharge-pollen-allergies

Photo credit: (CREDIT: SEBASTIAN SMIT/FREEIMAGES.COM)

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