Allergies acting up? Maybe you need to do a little 'fall cleaning'

(WKBN) - Spring isn't the only season for cleaning. In fact, fall is the perfect time to tidy up if you have allergies.

Allergists recommend cleaning up mold in your home, as well as dusting and vacuuming regularly, especially in the bedroom.

They also recommend frequently washing bedding and considering dust mite covers for that extra layer of protection.

Dr. Sandra Hong, an allergist with the Cleveland Clinic, says if your allergies are still flaring up after a deep clean, certain medications can offer relief.

"The medications that I think are very helpful for both indoor and outdoor allergens are antihistamines. I think they help a lot when people have itching or sneezing," Hong said. "Then I typically go to the nasal sprays, either nasal steroids or nasal antihistamines, if they ha