1. Global Climate Change and Pollen Aeroallergens
- Author
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Dilys Berman, Paul J. Beggs, Jonny Peter, Janet M. Davies, Lewis H. Ziska, German D. Ramon, and Constance H. Katelaris
- Subjects
medicine.medical_specialty ,business.industry ,Ecology ,Immunology ,Perspective (graphical) ,Global warming ,Biodiversity ,food and beverages ,Climate change ,Aeroallergen ,medicine.disease_cause ,Aerobiology ,03 medical and health sciences ,0302 clinical medicine ,030228 respiratory system ,Pollen ,otorhinolaryngologic diseases ,medicine ,Immunology and Allergy ,030223 otorhinolaryngology ,business ,Southern Hemisphere - Abstract
Climatic change will have an impact on production and release of pollen, with consequences for the duration and magnitude of aeroallergen seasonal exposure and allergic diseases. Evaluations of pollen aerobiology in the southern hemisphere have been limited by resourcing and the density of monitoring sites. This review emphasizes inconsistencies in pollen monitoring methods and metrics used globally. Research should consider unique southern hemisphere biodiversity, climate, plant distributions, standardization of pollen aerobiology, automation, and environmental integration. For both hemispheres, there is a clear need for better understanding of likely influences of climate change and comprehending their impact on pollen-related health outcomes.
- Published
- 2021