Allergy in Bucks County (Philadelphia), Orange County CA, Midwest
I have a job opportunity in Bucks County near Philadelphia. Until I was 22, I lived in the midwest and suffered horribly from allergies (mostly ragweed, grass and animals). I had asthma attacks every Spring and Fall. After moving to Orange County, California my allergies improved 90%. I would like to move to a more economical area. Am I making a mistake considering moving to Philadelphia? — Nichole, California
Philly is a hotbed for allergies.As a Healthcare provider, I have seen many patients over 22 years who tell me that they never had allergies until they moved here. I also have allergies which seem to get worse every year.
Comment by Doug — May 6, 2007 @ 7:02 pm
My wife (acute asthma) and I lived in Aliso Viejo, CA (South Orange County) and I posed this very question to her internationally known asthma physician - “If a person with asthma could choose to live anywhere in the United States, where is the best city to live?”…He quickly said, “Right where you are!”
Unfortunately we relocated from south Orange County to Central Oregon (Bend, OR) and her allergies to pollens, dust, smoke, et al, have exacerbated her asthma condition. We’re researching now as to where to relocate - yet again. But south Orange County, CA is now likely to be priced out of our living wages.
Comment by Winston — May 15, 2007 @ 5:28 pm
OMG Nicole!
Stay away! Stay away!
Over the last 3 years, it has gotten increasingly worse in Philadelphia. I have basically been out of commission for months and months.
It is very bad here!
Mark
Comment by Mark — October 30, 2008 @ 2:05 pm