New study finds Glendale and Phoenix rank highest in nation for seasonal allergies
Independent Newsmedia
Posted 5/4/23
A new study from Forbes Health has revealed that Phoenix and Glendale rank 2nd and 3rd for worst cities in the U.S. for seasonal allergy sufferers. Nearby Scottsdale, Gilbert, Mesa, and Chandler also …
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New study finds Glendale and Phoenix rank highest in nation for seasonal allergies
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A new study from Forbes Health has revealed that Phoenix and Glendale rank 2nd and 3rd for worst cities in the U.S. for seasonal allergy sufferers. Nearby Scottsdale, Gilbert, Mesa, and Chandler also made the top 25 worst cities.
Key Study Findings:
Allergies Sufferers Would Relocate:
44% of those with seasonal allergies would relocate to ease their symptoms; rising to 74% for the Gen-Z cohort.
Allergy Sufferers are Making Sacrifices:
20% would skip outdoor adventures (such as vacations and traveling) due to their allergies.
35% would give up alcohol if it meant they did not suffer from airborne allergies.
Allergies Impacting Gen Z’s Mental Health:
44% of Gen-Z say their symptoms impact their mental health more than their physical health (23%).