African dust, the cause that brings spring allergies in 2nd place

Certainly, the African dust phenomenon could have happened at any other time. But it happened in the spring. At a time when allergies are already "on the rise" claiming to take the lead in symptoms and consequences for our health. The timing of the phenomenon with the spring months is not a coincidence, since it is due to the combination of atmospheric systems prevailing in Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Libya and the Mediterranean.

The increasing trend of the phenomenon in numbers

According to the National Observatory of Athens, the frequency of the phenomenon has increased by 100% in the last 20 years, while the intensity is also increasing, reaching 50%. According to research carried out by international organizations, the desertification of the Sahara in recent decades has been progressing at a rate of 2,500 kilometers per year. Considering that this is an area that corresponds to approximately 20% of the Greek area, it is understandable why the African dust from an invader develops into a permanent and harmful visitor of Greece.

9 + 3 reasons African dust is dangerous for our health

No krypton under the sun, the ancient Greeks said. Nevertheless, the African dust managed to hide the bright Greek sun. The density of the dust meant that solar radiation reaching the ground was very limited. The "positive" is that the composition of the powder is not hidden, which contains 9 dangerous and heavy metals for our health whose values ​​exceeded the upper permissible limits:

1. Lead
2. Male
3. Iron
4. Manganese
5. Vanadium
6. Nickel
7. Chromium
8. Copper
9. Zinc

Three more reasons that burden the already burdened recommendation, are the pollutants due to the increase in vehicle traffic in North Africa, the burning of landfills, but also the great air pollution in Cairo.

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Vulnerable groups on the list of African dust

More or less, most of us have felt the presence of the African dust. Certainly, some groups of people were more affected such as:
• Children
• Adults and children with allergies and respiratory problems
• Heart patients
• People with asthma
• Women who are pregnant
• People over 65 years old


Numerical superiority in symptoms

The phenomenon may be in remission, but the symptoms caused led many people to the hospital. The most common symptoms that occurred were:
1.    Allergies, allergic rhinitis
2. Respiratory (cough, shortness of breath, asthma, pneumonia)
3. Chest discomfort, heaviness or pain
4. Whistling
5. Dermatitis
6. Eye irritation
7. Nasal congestion
8. Throat discomfort

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Which organ is first "on the list" of African dust?

The respiratory system is the most vulnerable organ and the first to be affected. African dust has the potential to enter the nasal mucosa causing nasal congestion and dryness. Especially when there is a history of allergy, the situation worsens.  

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Nature as an "antidote" to allergic rhinitis

The nasal spray  Rhinocalm is Power Health's proposal to relieve the symptoms of allergic rhinitis. It is a medical technology product with a natural composition such as sea water, eucalyptus oil and peppermint oil.

The isotonic sea salt solution moisturizes and cleans the nasal mucosa in case of dry or dusty air, while the natural essential oils help to decongest the nose.

It offers a gentle treatment for the nasal cavity, sinuses and sensitive nasal mucosa including treatment of the upper respiratory tract in combination with other treatments.

From the Power Health team