Factors by which Global Warming Worsens Allergic Disease

Increased use of fossil fuels has led to global warming with concomitant increases in the severity and frequency of extreme weather events such as wildfires and sand and dust storms. These changes have led to increases in air pollutants such as particulate matter and greenhouse gases. Global warming is also associated with increases in pollen season length and pollen concentration. Particulate matter, greenhouse gases, and pollen synergistically increase incidence and severity of allergic diseases.
Source: Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology - Category: Allergy & Immunology Authors: Tags: CME Reviews Source Type: research