Health & Fitness

As Pollen Counts Soar In Philadelphia Region, Doctor Explains Why Allergy Season Is Already "In Full Swing"

"It's mostly stuffy and runny nose, but I do have asthma too, so that's exacerbated when the allergies act up," Carol Shepherd said.

(CBS3)

March 15, 2024

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — People all over the Philadelphia region are basking in the glory of this week's beautiful weather, unusually warm for mid-March.

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But there's a price to pay for people with allergies.

The early blast of warm temperatures in the Philadelphia area has pollen counts climbing, and classic symptoms such as congestion and itchiness are popping up early.

Find out what's happening in Philadelphiafor free with the latest updates from Patch.

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