Brussels

Wednesday 21 August 2019

Mugwort is still blooming. The flower development of this herbaceous plant usually takes place between end-July and mid-August. People allergic to this pollen type should be cautious. The mugwort pollen concentrations in the air could be locally and momentarily high. High densities of allergenic fungal spores of the genera Cladosporium and Alternaria are observed in the air during the summer months.

A few useful recommendations for people sensitized to grass pollen :

rigorously follow the treatment prescribed by your physician
don’t mow the lawn, and do not go near places where the lawn is mown
avoid outdoor efforts and activities (sports, physical efforts). Indoor activities are a better option
limit the aeration of your home during the pollen season, preferably during or after the rain
keep the windows closed when you travel by car
during dry and windy weather, wearing glasses is recommended to limit contact between the eyes and the pollen
do not dry your linen outside
use paper handkerchiefs
take a shower and wash your hair before sleeping

Sciensano, section of MYCOLOGY-AEROBIOLOGY
J. Wytsmanstreet 14, 1050 Brussels - Phone: 02/642 55 18 - Fax: 02/642 55 19 - E-mail: airallergy@sciensano.be