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05/24/2017
Why Wait For Allergy Relief?
6 Life Hacks for Beating Allergy Season
Allergy season is in full swing and can last for months to come. Don’t let allergy culprits like pet dander, ragweed, pollen, mold and grass get you down.
Instead, try these simple tricks that can help you combat your allergies:
- Cut back on hair products. It may seem odd, but using sticky hair care products can draw in more pollen since it naturally sticks to your hair and clothes.
- Take extra care of your home by wiping down areas such as windows, curtains and blinds, where dust and mold hides.
- Give your nose lots of TLC. Try a saline rinse or any nasal spray to help prevent sneezing.
- Travel wisely. Summer is prime road trip time – and also when the pollen count is high. Keep your car windows closed and the air conditioner on.
- Eat your greens. Studies have shown that foods filled with antioxidants – fruits, veggies and even nuts – can help fight inflammation. Be sure to take extra caution if you have food allergies.
- A quick change into clean, pollen-free clothes after being outside can reduce your allergen exposure. (And if time allows, rinse off in the shower before changing.)
If your allergies still get the best of you, this would be a great time to take advantage of your Teladoc membership and get the treatment you need in minutes.
If you’re experiencing seasonal allergy symptoms, like sneezing, congestion, and runny nose, you’re not alone. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 50 million people are affected by seasonal allergies each year. Instead of waiting hours or days to get treatment for your symptoms, use your Teladoc® membership to talk to a doctor in minutes.
Teladoc gives you 24/7 access to a doctor by web, phone or app. All Teladoc doctors are board-certified, state-licensed and can treat your seasonal allergies. They can even send a prescription to your local pharmacy, when medically necessary.
Teladoc is the first and largest telehealth provider in the nation, performing over 1.6 million visits with a 94% member satisfaction and resolving 92% of medical issues after the first visit.
If you have any questions about your Teladoc membership, or want to consider adding this low-cost, high-return benefit for your employees, just give the Association a call!
If you have Teladoc, or are considering adding it, consider attending this free webinar on May 25th to see how Teladoc travels with your employees, so whether they’re away for work or pleasure they always have access to a doctor.