#Pollen

Allergy season is hitting harder and lasting longer for millions—not just in the United States but in Thailand as well—with experts identifying rising pollen counts as a key factor behind worsening symptoms for allergy sufferers this year. Recent media reports in the US, such as NBC Chicago’s coverage on accelerating allergy seasons, have highlighted spikes in troublesome allergens like maple, birch, and ash pollen, a phenomenon that now resonates globally and carries specific significance for Thai residents as well.

As Thailand’s wet season transitions into the hot months, many residents find themselves reaching for tissues—uncertain whether their persistent sneezes, sniffles, and scratchy throats are signs of a lingering cold or responses to the rising pollen count. With research indicating that allergy seasons globally are starting earlier and lasting longer due to climate change, understanding the difference between allergies and the common cold has never been more important—especially for those living in Bangkok and other urban centres prone to increasingly severe air pollution and dense greenery (theguardian.com).

As the battle against seasonal allergies intensifies with the onset of spring, innovations in treatment and preventive measures offer a beacon of hope for Thai people who regularly suffer from these persistent afflictions. The year 2025 brings new insights into managing allergies more efficiently, a necessity in a world where climate change has extended pollen seasons, exacerbating the annual discomfort for many. According to experts, strategic planning and cutting-edge treatments are key to mitigating the symptoms.