The role of the nasal microbiome in linking ozone pollution to allergic rhinitis in children

Key Points

• Allergic rhinitis may be influenced by interactions between nasal microbiome and ozone pollution, highlighting environmental factors.
• Children exposed to higher ozone levels might experience increased allergic rhinitis symptoms, suggesting need for preventive measures.
• Observational analysis explores the relationships among nasal microbiome, ozone pollution exposure, and allergic rhinitis incidence in children.
• These findings support the urgent need for holistic environmental health policies to protect children's respiratory health.