Area’s second allergy season lingers into summer

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- A Summit Health allergist, Dr. Adam Williams, tells KTVZ News there are actually two allergy seasons in Central Oregon - one for pine, another for grass, which is sending all that pollen our way.

Right now we're in a grass season, and every gust of wind is blowing pollen into your face. But knowing that, there is somewhere you can go to get away.

"This time of year, heading west is great, heading into the mountains. The pollen season probably hasn't hit up at the higher elevations yet like it is down in town," Williams said.

There are some other things you could do to avoid an allergic reaction. You can cover up when you go outside. When you get home, take a shower and change your clothes. And if you can, always get more specialized treatment and medication by visiting an allergist.