A guide to hay fever
Hay fever (allergic rhinitis)
Hay fever (or 'allergic rhinitis') affects up to 1 in 5 Australians at some point in their life. Learn about triggers and how to manage the symptoms.
Antihistamines
Antihistamine medications help ease allergy symptoms. Read more about how they're used to treat conditions like hay fever and asthma.
Pollen allergy
If you have pollen allergy, you may experience hay fever and asthma symptoms. Get tips on how to help manage your exposure to pollen.
Grass allergy
Grass allergy causes someone to have an allergic reaction to grass pollen spread by the wind. Learn more about its symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.
Dust mites
Dust mites are tiny creatures that live in your house, feeding on dust. Learn more about what you can do if they trigger allergy symptoms.
Thunderstorm asthma
Thunderstorm asthma happens when there are thunderstorms and a high pollen count. Learn more about its symptoms and treatment options.
Allergy testing
Allergies can make conditions such as asthma and hayfever worse. Find out more here about different types of allergy tests and when they are useful.
Immune system
Your body's immune system is designed to protect you from, or get rid of, infection. Learn more about how the immune system works.
