Frosty Night for Locals: Understanding Spring Cold Snap

“It’s interesting how clear the air gets when there’s frost,” remarks Dr. Dvorin, Delaware Valley’s only official pollen and mold spore counter as he finished counting today’s air sample. “Our patients who have been struggling with allergies and nasal congestion say there is some relief with this cold snap,” Dr. Dvorin reports. “With trees and freezing temperatures, the buds that had started to open will tighten up to protect the process,” he explains. “And if temperatures warm up - trees usually need about 48 hours or so—the buds will begin to reopen.”

Oak’s No Joke: Packing an Early Punch this Spring

“I’m seeing unusual pollen distribution for Pine and Oak tree species,” says Dr. Dvorin, our expert pollen counter & board certified allergist. After counting today’s pollens and noting the oak and pine tree pollen levels, Dr. Dvorin took time to analyze his data from past spring seasons.

Get Ready Before Local Pollen Attacks: In the Air, On Your Car, Up Your Nose

The best way to manage your allergies is to find out exactly what’s causing your symptoms. The Asthma Center has 9 locations in PA & NJ with Saturday hours in addition to our normal Monday – Friday business hours.

Dr. Dvorin El Nino Pollen Report

It’s an El Nino spring, with pollen and mold spore count reports resuming earlier than usual.

Cold Weather Can Trigger Asthma Attacks

This cold weather can trigger asthma attacks, making it extra important to carry your epipen or asthma inhaler.

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Our First “Hard Frost”

Last night, most of our region experienced our first “hard frost” (hard frost = temperatures below 28 degrees for a period of hours).

The Asthma Center’s Pollen Count Is In

The Asthma Center's pollen count is in, and ragweed is moderate today! As its count increases through early fall, it's important to recognized the plant and learn how to best avoid it to keep allergy symptoms to a minimum.