I had never heard anything about either, so I had to look to see if the internet had any hits on the topic. The issue with allergies regarding pollen was all I could find, but they were in The Washington Compost, & The New York Slimes, neither of which I can view because they have paywalls. Besides, I try to avoid giving them any hits to begin with. 😁🤙
I just remember them taking some bee product, but I think it was for general health, not to treat any specific problem.