Autumn Allergies Are Real in Australia

When people think about allergies in Australia, spring usually takes the spotlight. But many Australians don’t realise that autumn can also trigger allergy symptoms.

As the weather cools, people tend to spend more time indoors and keep windows closed. This can allow allergens to accumulate in the air inside homes.

Common autumn allergy triggers include:

• Dust mites in bedding and carpets

• Mould spores from cooler and damp conditions

• Pet dander as pets shed their coats

• Outdoor pollen carried indoors

According to Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia, around 1 in 5 Australians experience allergic rhinitis (hay fever), often triggered by airborne allergens in everyday environments.

Research:
https://www.allergyfacts.org.au/allergy-anaphylaxis/allergy-facts

Why Indoor Air Quality Matters

Many allergy triggers are microscopic and remain suspended in the air for hours. This means they can continue circulating around your home long after they enter.

Air purifiers equipped with HEPA filtration are designed to capture up to 99.97% of airborne particles as small as 0.3 microns, including pollen, dust mite particles and pet dander.

Studies have also shown that HEPA air purifiers can reduce indoor particulate levels and help improve symptoms in people with allergic rhinitis.

Research:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32734732/

Air Purifiers Designed for Allergy Support

Air purifiers such as the Levoit Core 300S and Levoit Core 400S are designed to help improve indoor air quality in homes.

Both models are ECARF Allergy Friendly certified, meaning they have been independently tested and recognised by the European Centre for Allergy Research Foundation for their ability to reduce allergens in indoor environments.

They also have third-party laboratory test reports confirming filtration performance against bacteria and viruses, demonstrating their ability to capture microscopic airborne particles.

For many Australians, improving indoor air quality can be a helpful step toward managing allergy triggers during the autumn months.