Spring has almost sprung across the country. But those of you allergic to pollen, you might not be celebrating the seasonal change.

You might brush a runny nose or headache off as an annual irritant. But new data released today by Deloitte Access Economics has calculated the financial cost of the coughs, sneezes and serious health conditions caused by allergic diseases.

• Guest: Maria Said, Director and Co-chair of the National Allergy Council and CEO of Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia
• Producer: David Cook