When pollen is highest such as mid-morning and late afternoon, keep doors and windows closed.

When dusting use a damp cloth.

Use a vacuum cleaner with a clean filter.

Dry clothes indoors in a well ventilated room to avoid bringing pollen inside on clothes and prevent dampness that can cause moulds.

If you have been out walking or gardening, shower, wash your hair and change your clothes to avoid distributing spores and pollen around the house.

Avoid fresh flowers, or ask that the stamens be removed by the florist.

Not only can many pets cause allergy themselves, they can also bring pollen and spores into the house in their hair and fur. Pets should be kept indoors as much as possible during the high-pollen season and washed regularly.

Keep furry toys away from open windows and pets, and clean them regularly.

Smoking or passive smoking can irritate the lining of your nose, eyes, throat and airways making symptoms worse. Do not smoke or allow others to smoke in your home.