Why hay fever is hitting eastern Australia earlier than usual

Some people in Australia's eastern states are reporting hay fever symptoms earlier than normal due to increased plant growth.

Why it mattersPeople with hay fever need to prepare earlier this year. Spring weather will determine how intense symptoms get.

AustraliaThe one-in-four Australians with hay fever should expect symptoms to start sooner than historical patterns and be ready with medication.

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