In brief

Many grass species are currently in bloom and their pollen may induce the typical hayfever symptoms.

On Thursday, 37 grass pollen grains per m³ were measured in Brussels.

Fungal spore concentrations of Cladosporium and Alternaria are well above average values for this period. People who are allergic to such mold (sometimes also present in indoor spaces) should take precautions.

Grasses

Latest measure: 
Thursday, 30 June, 2022
20212022Mean 2012 - 2021threshold value06 May13 May20 May27 May03 Jun10 Jun17 Jun24 Jun01 Jul08 Jul15 Jul22 Jul050100150200250300350400grains / m³

Cladosporium

Latest measure: 
Thursday, 30 June, 2022
20212022Mean 2012 - 2021threshold valueMayJunJulAugSepOctNov050001000015000200002500030000fungal spores / m³

Alternaria

Latest measure: 
Thursday, 30 June, 2022
20212022Mean 2012 - 2021threshold valueJunJulAugSepOct020040060080010001200140016001800fungal spores / m³

Good to know

  • The risk of allergy varies greatly from one person to another. But from 50 grains of grass pollen per m³ of air, the majority of people allergic to this type of pollen are likely to experience symptoms.
  • A few useful recommendations: avoid outdoor activities, wear sun glasses, do not dry linen outside, rinse your nose regularly, wash your hair before going to sleep.
  • Typical allergy symptoms such as runny nose, cough or shortness of breath (in case of asthma) can easily be mistaken for a cold, flu or coronavirus infection. However, fever and body aches should be given special attention as they might be caused by viral infection. It is recommended to call your general practitioner in case of doubt.
  • The standardized pollen detection technique allows retrospective measurement of the levels from samples taken the day before. Samples are analyzed manually during the working days by optical microscopy.
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