Hay fever causes 3 million road accidents

As reported this month in the national press, sneezing caused by hay fever is a danger to motorists as they can travel up to 300ft with their eyes closed. The study found that hay fever has caused 7% of drivers (2.35 million drivers) to have a crash or a close shave. A further 2% (670,000 drivers) say they have been distracted by passenger exhibiting violent hay fever symptoms.

Allergy expert Professor Ron Lipworth said that motorists are particularly prone to sneezing due to the pollen grains becoming attached to exhaust particles which get sucked into the car through windows and the ventilation system. He advises hay fever sufferers to take precautions when driving which include keeping the windows closed and to use a non-drowsy hay fever treatment.

Nelsons Pollenna works by stimulating the body’s own natural healing processes to provide effective relief for the symptoms of hay fever. Unlike most other hay fever tablets, Pollenna is non-drowsy so ideal to for when you are driving or operating machinery. Pollenna is side-effect free and can be taken with other medicines and is safe for the whole family. If symptoms persist or worsen, consult your doctor. Always read the label.

Nelsons Pollenna is available from Boots, Holland and Barrett and all good independent pharmacy and healthfood stores priced £4.60 for 72 tablets.