Allergens 101
Sagebrush
Artemisia tridentata
An aromatic, evergreen shrub that can live for over 100 years. Sagebrush is essential to its habitat, providing shelter and food to various insects, the pronghorn antelope, and the greater sage-grouse, which depends on it to survive.
Common symptoms
Hay fever
A runny nose, stuffiness, and sneezing are very common
Eye allergies
Itchy, watery, or red eyes are very common
Asthma
Coughing, wheezing, chest congestion, chest tightness and shortness of breath
Seasons and Regions
Northwest
Midwest
Northeast
Southwest
South Central
Southeast
Alaska
Hawaii
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
Where is Sagebrush found?
Sagebrush is found in many arid and semi-arid regions of the western United States and Canada including California, New Mexico, Colorado, Nebraska, and the Dakotas.
Recommended solutions
Avoid the allergen as best as you can and reduce symptoms through over-the-counter medications. If you would like to prevent your allergies from progressing or are looking for long-term relief, talk to your doctor about allergy immunotherapy or find out if you are eligible for NectarRx Allergy Treatment.
Check pollen counts daily
Wear a mask, sunglasses and/or nasal filters when outdoors
Opt for air conditioning during pollen season
Avoid freshly cut grassy areas
Shower after exposure
Use Benadryl, Claritin, or Zyrtec as needed
Treat with allergy immunotherapy