Forbes.com is running a slideshow of tips on how to cope with allergies. Without the pictures, here are their top allergy busters:

• Stay indoors
• Shower up to wash away pollens, especially from your hair
• Get tested to find out what substances you should avoid
• Take the right medications (antihistamines, decongestants, antileukotriene)
• Get your allergy shots (immunotherapy)
• Clean up carpets, rugs, and bath mats
• Dry your laundry indoors esp when the pollen count outdoors is high
• Close the windows to keep pollens out
• Plan ahead and start a daily medication regiment as soon as possible to nip your allergy symptoms in the bud
• Clear the air with a high efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter
• Keep your bathroom dry to prevent mold growth
• If you have allergies to pet dander, try to keep your bedroom off-limits to your pet

You may also want to read the accompanying story for more info: Best Allergy Busters.