Dust, pollen, mould and smoke are the most common allergy triggers. Reducing them at home lowers the number of attacks and helps treatment work better.
Bedroom first
- Wash bedsheets and pillow covers weekly in hot water and dry them in the sun.
- Keep soft toys, carpets and heavy curtains to a minimum.
- Dust with a damp cloth instead of a dry duster.
Around the house
- Avoid incense sticks, mosquito coils and smoking indoors.
- Fix damp walls to prevent mould.
- Keep windows closed on windy, high-pollen days.
Personal care
- Wash face and hands after coming home.
- Steam inhalation can relieve a blocked nose.
- Keep prescribed emergency medicines or inhalers handy.
If breathing becomes difficult, lips turn blue, or speaking is hard, go to the nearest hospital immediately.
This article is for general awareness and is not a substitute for a personal consultation.