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Feb 02 2025SCIENCE

Sneezing in the Sun: Why Bright Light Makes Some People Sneeze

Bright light can trigger sneezing in about one in four people. This odd reaction, called the photic sneeze reflex (PSR). We often see this phenomenon on sunny days or when someone steps out of a dark room into the light. The exact reasons behind this reflex are still unknown. Some researchers think

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