How to prepare for early allergy season in 2026
CNBC • • health
Key Points:
- Spring allergy seasons across the U.S. are starting earlier, lasting longer, and becoming more severe, with 2026 continuing this trend, especially in the Southeast and Southwest regions.
- Rising temperatures due to global climate change have extended growing seasons, leading to increased and prolonged pollen production, which exacerbates allergy symptoms.
- Allergist Dr. Purvi Parikh advises starting allergy medications early, choosing appropriate treatments, keeping windows closed overnight, changing clothes after being outside, and managing indoor allergens like dust mites and pet dander to minimize symptoms.
- Despite a cold winter, record-breaking warm temperatures in early 2026 indicate an early and intense pollen season, signaling potential challenges for allergy sufferers in the coming weeks.
