Allergy Season Intensifies Across U.S. Cities
Allergy Season Intensifies Across U.S. Cities
US · Published Mar 23, 2026
Allergy season is worsening due to climate change, causing longer and more severe pollen seasons.
Cities like Boise, San Diego, Tulsa, Provo, and Rochester are identified as 'allergy capitals' by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America.
Experts recommend tracking pollen levels and taking preventive measures to manage allergy symptoms effectively.
Allergy season intensifies, affecting millions of Americans
The allergy season in the United States is becoming increasingly intense, affecting millions due to the proliferation of pollen from trees, grasses, and weeds. Symptoms such as runny noses, itchy eyes, coughing, and sneezing are widespread. Climate change is exacerbating the issue, leading to longer and more severe allergy seasons, according to NBC New York. The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America has pinpointed several cities as 'allergy capitals,' including Boise, Idaho; San Diego, California; Tulsa, Oklahoma; Provo, Utah; and Rochester, New York, based on high pollen counts and significant medication usage among residents.
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