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VIDEO: 5 ways to avoid allergies this season

Allergy medications that you can buy without a prescription are considered relatively safe and can be taken on a long-term basis, but may not be the best treatment option if your allergy symptoms are severe or if symptoms persist despite medication. (Photo courtesy Fotolia/TNS)
Allergy medications that you can buy without a prescription are considered relatively safe and can be taken on a long-term basis, but may not be the best treatment option if your allergy symptoms are severe or if symptoms persist despite medication. (Photo courtesy Fotolia/TNS)
June 6, 2017

Allergy season may be in full effect, but there are a few tricks you can try to find some relief.

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For example, keep a filter mask handy. Those can prevent pollen from entering your nose and mouth when you’re outside.

A nose spray could be beneficial, too. With a couple of pumps, the washes rinse out all of the clogging you may be experiencing.

Take a look at the video below to find out how else you can reduce your chances of sneezing all summer long.

Just as you start to enjoy the warm weather allergy season hits you hard Here are five tips that will help you get through all the sneezing fits Stay indoors Staying inside keeps you away from all the pollens from trees, grass, and weeds Cover up Wea

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