AMARILLO, TEXAS -- Many of you folks suffer from allergies during this season, and unfortunately they may be sticking around a lot longer than we may like.
According to a report released by the National Academy of Sciences the ragweed season is expected to stick around anywhere from 12 to 27 days longer than usual.
"The data shows the ragweed season has definitely been prolonged. We don't really know why, but one of the hypotheses is that it may be due to the increase in the temperature related to the global warming," Dr. Constantine Saadeh, Allergist Doctor.
Dr. Saadeh says while allergies may be around for a little longer, there are ways to combat allergies.
"We tell patients to stay indoors between four and eight p.m. because the highest count of weeds or any kind of pollen, including grass and trees, is highest during those times."
He also says there are great over the counter medications to help, and if the meds and avoidance don't help -- then it's time to see a doctor.
