Group 1 - The 17th Health China Forum was held on October 24, focusing on the achievements and policies in health during the 14th Five-Year Plan and looking forward to the 15th Five-Year Plan [1][3][4] - Key speakers included government officials, academicians, and industry leaders discussing the strategic significance of the pharmaceutical industry and the need for high-quality development [5][7][10] - The forum highlighted the importance of a comprehensive food safety regulatory system for special foods, particularly for vulnerable populations [8] Group 2 - The forum emphasized the need for innovation in the pharmaceutical industry, transitioning from application innovation to source innovation, and from local contributions to global responsibilities [7] - A report on the ten-year keywords in health construction was released, including topics like drug procurement, medical insurance reform, and health aging [12] - The importance of integrating basic research, translational research, and industrialization was stressed to ensure that valuable research benefits the public [12][15] Group 3 - Companies like China Resources Sanjiu and Yangtze River Pharmaceutical Group discussed their commitment to quality and the full industry chain in traditional Chinese medicine [19][20] - The launch of the "Health China: Allergic Rhinitis Prevention and Treatment Public Welfare Science Popularization Plan" aims to address the rising prevalence of allergic rhinitis in China [21]

Core Viewpoint - The increasing prevalence of allergic rhinitis necessitates scientific prevention and treatment to avoid complications such as otitis media and asthma [1][2]. Group 1: Understanding Allergens - Allergens that commonly trigger allergic rhinitis include dust mites, mold, and pollen [2]. - For indoor allergens like dust mites and mold, it is recommended to frequently ventilate the environment [2]. - For outdoor allergens, especially pollen during spring, summer, and autumn, it is advised to minimize outdoor activities and wear masks when necessary [2]. Group 2: Treatment Approaches - If symptoms persist despite preventive measures, medication is recommended, starting with saline or seawater nasal rinses [3]. - Additional treatments may include oral antihistamines, nasal spray antihistamines, leukotriene receptor antagonists, and nasal corticosteroids [3]. - For moderate to severe cases, desensitization therapy can be employed, gradually exposing patients to allergens to build tolerance [3].