JACKSON, Miss. ( WJTV ) – Mississippians are encouraged to prepare for the fall allergy season this year.

Compared to last year, officials with the Mississippi Asthma & Allergy Clinic said increased allergens are expected due to rising temperatures and higher rainfall.

The combination of warmer temperatures and increased rainfall provides an ideal environment for plants like ragweed to thrive and multiply over longer periods. This results in larger quantities of pollen being released into the air in the fall. According to officials, the pollen can travel long distances and affect those with asthma and allergies in Mississippi.

Mississippi Asthma & Allergy Clinics across the state are preparing for the season by offering immunotherapy treatments and educating patients on managing their allergy triggers.

“While the severe drought in 2023 caused significant problems for many in our state, it did reduce the growth of plants that produce fall pollen,” said Dr. Joshua Fowler, physician at the Starkville location of the Mississippi Asthma & Allergy Clinic. “In contrast, the surplus of rainfall in 2024 is likely to make fall allergies more prevalent this year.”

For more information or to schedule an appointment, visit the Mississippi Asthma & Allergy website at www.msaac.com .

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