Pollen is sticking around a lot longer than it used to

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Along with blooming plants and warm weather, spring could bring seasonal allergies.

Many plants and trees begin to release pollen, all the way through summer into fall.

Pollen allergies are common and can result in symptoms like runny noses, sneezing, itchy eyes and coughing.

Scientists are discovering that climate change and global warming might be making them worse.

Are you finding your allergies even worse this year?

Kids News contributor Arjun Ram looks into what seasonal allergies are, how climate change could affect them and what kids can do about it.

Watch our video below!

KN Explains: Seasonal Allergies ⬇️⬇️⬇️

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