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How To Tell If It’s Your Fall Florida Allergies Or COVID?

In our Tampa Bay area, we never have a deep freeze in winter months. Because of that, plants can pollinate the whole year. With Fall approaching, which types of pollens…

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In our Tampa Bay area, we never have a deep freeze in winter months.

Because of that, plants can pollinate the whole year. With Fall approaching, which types of pollens will be the biggest culprits? Be prepared for the oak, pine, and ragweed.

So if you start to have allergy symptoms how can you calm yourself so you don't mistake those as COVID-19 symptoms?

Dr. Paul Nanda gave "8 On Your Side" some information about the differences. “The two most common symptoms of COVID are fever and cough. It is a challenging time for a kid. It is a challenging time for a parent. It is a challenging time for everybody right now.”

Allergies are not generally accompanied by a fever.

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