A neuroscientist has warned 16 million Brits in particular14:24, 06 Jul 2026A neuroscientist and sleep researcher has issued a warning to people across the UK this week.‌She particularly spoke to the 16 million Brits who suffer from hay fever during the summer months. The Met Office has predicted a "very high" pollen count across the West Midlands and southern England this week as temperatures are set to climb into the mid-30s.‌Laura Bojarskaite from the University of Oslo has cautioned people with allergies against hanging their bed linen outside to dry during the heatwave.‌"During periods of high pollen counts, bedsheets, pillowcases and blankets left to dry outdoors can collect pollen grains," she said. "Bringing those sheets into bed means you're introducing allergens directly into the