Hay Fever or Allergy
This service varies by state and territory.
What are allergies and allergic reactions?
Allergies occur when a person reacts to a substance in their environment. These substances, known as allergens, may include pollens, pet dander, foods, moulds, dust mites, grasses, medications or bites/stings.
When certain people are exposed to allergens, they may develop an immune response that leads to an allergic reaction. This response causes symptoms such as sneezing, a runny nose, watering eyes, sore throat, difficulty in breathing, skin irritations, and many more. You may be aware that you suffer from exposure to certain allergens, and that it may be exacerbated at particular times of the year (such as Spring).
What we can do for you…
Allergies are no fun and people’s reactions vary from mild to severe. WholeLife Pharmacy & Healthfoods is here to help!
In Queensland, specially trained pharmacists, under the Community Pharmacy Scope of Practice initiative can offer treatment for acute health conditions including runny nose, associated with allergies or not, in those aged 6 and over.
Otherwise, our pharmacy team can advise on over-the-counter options that may help relieve symptoms associated with allergies and help prevent them from recurring.
