Spatiotemporal monitoring of allergic rhinitis symptoms in the Netherlands using citizen science

Airborne pollen is a major symptom trigger in allergic rhinitis patients, but the impact of pollen differs among patients and regions and is influenced by environmental factors. To study these complex relationships, there is a need for data on the severity of symptoms in space and time. ‘Citizen science’ is increasingly recognized as an effective tool to monitor changes in our environment. The aim of this study was to investigate the feasibility of a citizen science‐based survey to monitor spatiotemporal variation in allergic rhinitis symptoms.

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