Allergies on the Rise
Allergies are the 5th leading condition in the U.S. among all ages.
Allergies have been increasing across all age, sex and racial groups since the early 1980s.
Up to 50 million Americans suffer from some symptoms related to pollen allergies.
Allergies and Family
Kids have a 33% chance of getting allergies if one parent has them and a 70% chance of getting allergies if parents do.
Girls are more likely to get allergies if there mom has them. Boys are more likely to get allergies if their dad has them.