{"id":401940,"date":"2025-03-19T11:26:52","date_gmt":"2025-03-19T11:26:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.asthmaandallergyfriendly.com\/USA\/?p=401940"},"modified":"2025-04-04T10:44:39","modified_gmt":"2025-04-04T10:44:39","slug":"aafas-2025-allergy-capitals-report-what-it-means-for-a-healthier-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/asthmaandallergyfriendly.com\/USA\/aafas-2025-allergy-capitals-report-what-it-means-for-a-healthier-home\/","title":{"rendered":"AAFA\u2019s 2025 Allergy Capitals\u2122 Report : What It Means for a Healthier Home"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1216.8px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><h2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\"><em>AAFA\u2019s 2025 Allergy Capitals\u2122 report highlights the most challenging U.S. cities for people impacted by allergies, emphasizing the impact of climate change and the importance of Asthma &amp; Allergy Friendly\u00ae Certified products in creating healthier indoor environments<\/em><\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_401941\" style=\"width: 453px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/aafa.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/aafa-2025-allergy-capitals-report.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-401941\" class=\"wp-image-401941 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.asthmaandallergyfriendly.com\/USA\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/AAFAs-allergy-report-2025.jpg\" alt=\"2025 Allergy Capitals\u2122 Report\" width=\"443\" height=\"557\" srcset=\"https:\/\/asthmaandallergyfriendly.com\/USA\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/AAFAs-allergy-report-2025-119x150.jpg 119w, https:\/\/asthmaandallergyfriendly.com\/USA\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/AAFAs-allergy-report-2025-200x251.jpg 200w, https:\/\/asthmaandallergyfriendly.com\/USA\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/AAFAs-allergy-report-2025-239x300.jpg 239w, https:\/\/asthmaandallergyfriendly.com\/USA\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/AAFAs-allergy-report-2025-400x503.jpg 400w, https:\/\/asthmaandallergyfriendly.com\/USA\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/AAFAs-allergy-report-2025-600x754.jpg 600w, https:\/\/asthmaandallergyfriendly.com\/USA\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/AAFAs-allergy-report-2025.jpg 622w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 443px) 100vw, 443px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-401941\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">AAFA&#8217;s 2025 Allergy Capitals\u2122 Report<\/p><\/div>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/aafa.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/aafa-2025-allergy-capitals-report.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America\u2019s (AAFA) 2025 Allergy Capitals\u2122 Report<\/a> has once again highlighted the most challenging cities in the U.S. for people with seasonal allergies. This year\u2019s findings highlight the growing impact of climate change on pollen levels and the increasing need for effective indoor air quality solutions. For individuals living with allergies and asthma, understanding this data is the first step toward a healthier home environment.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Key Takeaways from the 2025 Allergy Capitals\u2122<\/strong>\u00a0<strong>Report<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Each year, AAFA ranks the 100 most populated U.S. cities based on three primary factors:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Pollen levels (tree, grass, and weed pollen)<\/li>\n<li>Over-the-counter medication use for allergy relief<\/li>\n<li>Availability of allergy specialists<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For the third consecutive year, <strong><em>Wichita, KS<\/em><\/strong>, topped the list as the most challenging place to live with allergies, followed by<strong> <em>New Orleans, LA<\/em>,<\/strong> and <strong><em>Oklahoma City, OK<\/em><\/strong>. Many cities in the <em>South and East<\/em> continue to struggle with high pollen counts, while the <em>West<\/em> has seen an uptick in grass and weed pollen due to changing weather patterns.<\/p>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_5 secondary-intro et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">\n<h3 id=\"top-ten\">The top 10 most challenging places to live with seasonal allergies are:<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_6 secondary-intro et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">\n<ol>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Wichita, Kansas<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">New Orleans, Louisiana<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Oklahoma City, Oklahoma<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Tulsa, Oklahoma<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Memphis, Tennessee<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Little Rock, Arkansas<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Raleigh, North Carolina<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Richmond, Virginia<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Greenville, South Carolina<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Greensboro, North Carolina<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3><strong>Why Indoor Air Quality Matters<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>While we cannot control outdoor pollen, we <em>can<\/em> take steps to create healthier indoor environments. AAFA\u2019s report emphasizes that reducing allergen exposure inside the home is crucial for managing allergy symptoms. A key part of this strategy is choosing certified products that meet rigorous standards for allergen reduction.<\/p>\n<p>The <strong>Asthma &amp; Allergy Friendly\u00ae<\/strong> Certification Program helps consumers identify products that improve indoor air quality by reducing allergens and irritants. Certified products undergo scientific testing to ensure they meet strict criteria for allergen reduction and emissions control.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>How to Reduce Allergy Triggers at Home<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>If you live in one of the cities named in the 2025 Allergy Capitals\u2122 Report, or anywhere with seasonal allergies, consider these steps to create a healthier home:<\/p>\n<h4>1. Choose Products Certified to Support Healthier Indoor Air Quality<\/h4>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Use Certified <strong>Asthma &amp; Allergy Friendly\u00ae<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asthmaandallergyfriendly.com\/USA\/certified_products\/products_categories\/air-cleaners\/\">\u00a0air purifiers<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asthmaandallergyfriendly.com\/USA\/certified_products\/products_categories\/vacuum-cleaners\/\">vacuum cleaners<\/a> to capture airborne allergens.<\/li>\n<li>Select <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asthmaandallergyfriendly.com\/USA\/certified_products\/products_categories\/bedding\/\">Certified bedding and mattresses<\/a> to reduce exposure to dust mites.<\/li>\n<li>Look for Certified <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asthmaandallergyfriendly.com\/USA\/certified_products\/products_categories\/air-filters\/\">HVAC filters<\/a> that trap pollen and other airborne particles.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>2. Improve Ventilation and Filtration<\/h4>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Keep windows closed during high-pollen seasons and use air conditioning with a HEPA filter.<\/li>\n<li>Regularly change air filters to maintain optimal indoor air quality.<\/li>\n<li>Use a dehumidifier to control mold growth, especially in humid climates.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>3. Establish a Cleaning Routine<\/h4>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Vacuum carpets and upholstered furniture weekly with a Certified vacuum cleaner.<\/li>\n<li>Wash bedding in hot water regularly with a Certified<a href=\"https:\/\/www.asthmaandallergyfriendly.com\/USA\/certified_products\/products_categories\/cleaning-products\/laundry-detergent\/\"> laundry detergent<\/a> to remove allergens.<\/li>\n<li>Remove shoes before entering the home to prevent tracking in pollen and dust.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>The Connection Between Climate Change and Allergy Seasons<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>AAFA\u2019s report also highlights how climate change is exacerbating allergy seasons. Warmer temperatures are causing plants to produce more pollen for longer periods, increasing allergy burdens nationwide. Cities experiencing heat waves and higher humidity levels are seeing worsening air quality, making it even more essential to create a healthier indoor environment.<\/p>\n<p>This underscores the need for proactive measures at home, including using certified products to maintain good air quality. The <strong>Asthma &amp; Allergy Friendly\u00ae <\/strong>Certification Program provides science-backed solutions to help consumers manage allergens more effectively.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Empowering Consumers to Choose Products that Support Better Indoor Air Quality<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>AAFA\u2019s 2025 Allergy Capitals\u2122 Report\u00a0serves as a vital resource for individuals with allergies and asthma. By combining this knowledge with<strong> A<\/strong><strong>sthma &amp; Allergy Friendly\u00ae<\/strong> Certified products and best practices for reducing indoor allergens, consumers can take control of their environments and improve their quality of life.<\/p>\n<div class=\"fusion-button-wrapper fusion-aligncenter\"><a class=\"fusion-button button-flat fusion-button-default-size button-default fusion-button-default button-1 fusion-button-default-span fusion-button-default-type\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/aafa.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/aafa-2025-allergy-capitals-report.pdf\"><span class=\"fusion-button-text awb-button__text awb-button__text--default\">View the Report Here<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>AAFA\u2019s 2025 Allergy Capitals\u2122 Report highlights the most challenging U.S. cities for people with allergies, emphasizing the impact of climate change on 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