This is because the particles in the air you breathe are trapped by the mucous lining of your throat, causing irritation and the need to cough. Hayfever can also cause tickly coughs. The body reacts to the presence of pollen by releasing large amounts of the chemical histamine.
If you are 65 or older, you are automatically eligible for Medicare Part A. Your Medicare Part A coverage starts on the first day of the month you turn 65. You also should receive your Medicare card in the mail 3 months before your 65th birthday.
Ken Kleban (with his wife, Jackie) delayed signing up for Medicare so he could keep funding his health savings account. You are eligible for Medicare when you turn 65. But these days, the decision to sign up is not a slam-dunk.