title: [Meaning and aims of a pollen information service].
abstract: Two years ago, the foundation "Deutscher Polleninformationsdienst" was established in Cologne/West Germany. Measurements from pollen collectors, together with the weather forecast were combined to a prognosis of pollen flight for the following 2 days. In spring and summer, these informations were given to the public services twice a week. Now, in nearly all regions of West Germany, pollen measurement points are established. The aim of a pollen information service is to give further information to pollinosis patients and physicians on their medicaments, i.e. how to use them effectively and prophylactically.
mesh_terms: D005860:Germany, West; D006801:Humans; D007255:Information Services; D011058:Pollen; D011314:Preventive Health Services; D006255:Rhinitis, Allergic, Seasonal / Q000517:prevention & control*
vernacular_title: Sinn und Ziel eines Polleninformationsdienstes.