It's Hay Fever Season 

Melbourne’s hay fever season runs from 1 October to 31 December each year. It’s a period dreaded by the 4.5 million Australians who suffer from the condition.

Itchy ears and throat, a runny nose, sneezing and watery eyes can all impact your day. For an unfortunate few, the effects of hay fever are much more severe. Headaches, tiredness and difficulty concentrating can make springtime unbearable.

Grass pollen in the air is a significant cause of hay fever. Pollen levels are the highest in late spring and early summer. The good news is pollen counts are published daily during hay fever season, allowing people affected by the condition to take precautions.

A Helpful Resource:  

Download The Melbourne Pollen Count App. The School of Bio-Sciences at the University of Melbourne provides a daily pollen count and forecast of grass pollen levels in the air around Melbourne for the week ahead. If forewarned, hay fever and asthma sufferers can take preventative measures such as avoiding high pollen areas or taking appropriate medication before venturing outside. The app will also alert you to any risk of Thunderstorm Asthma.