INDIANAPOLIS Flu, COVID and allergies all have similar symptoms, making fall a challenging time for allergy sufferers.

"Fall allergies are really common. It actually affects millions of Americans every year," said Dr. Chelsea Taulman from Purdue University's School of Nursing.

Nearly one in three adults and more than one in four children in the U.S. report having a seasonal allergy.

"Right now, in the Midwest, it is very common, primarily because you have mold spores. This can be found on damp leaves and in soil. Ragweed is a really common pollen right now," Taulman said.

Taulman said allergy symptoms share many similarities with flu and COVID symptoms.

"Sneezing, congestion, you can experience fatigue, even a headache. Those are common symptoms in all of those. However, the big diffe

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