Thunderstorm asthma can affect people without prior allergies or asthma

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Thunderstorm asthma can affect people without prior allergies or asthma. During thunderstorms with high grass pollen, tiny sub-pollen particles can penetrate deep into the lungs, causing respiratory issues. This phenomenon, observed globally, can lead to severe asthma attacks. Experts advise allergy sufferers to stay indoors with windows closed during thunderstorms and to carry emergency medication, as rain can wash pollen from the air.


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