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Bumps & Blisters, a Visual Guide to Poison Ivy and Oak Rash

Exploring the great outdoors brings us closer to nature and exposes us to hazards like poison ivy and oak. These plants contain urushiol, an oily resin that triggers an allergic...

Bumps & Blisters, a Visual Guide to Poison Ivy and Oak Rash

Exploring the great outdoors brings us closer to nature and exposes us to hazards like poison ivy and oak. These plants contain urushiol, an oily resin that triggers an allergic...

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Can Mud Tame Poison Oak?

When it comes to natural remedies for poison oak, mud often comes to mind. But can this age-old folk remedy truly tame the itching and discomfort caused by poison oak?...

Can Mud Tame Poison Oak?

When it comes to natural remedies for poison oak, mud often comes to mind. But can this age-old folk remedy truly tame the itching and discomfort caused by poison oak?...

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Why a Poison Ivy Wash Is The First Line of Defense

When dealing with poison ivy, oak, or sumac, quick action is the key to avoiding the itchy, uncomfortable rash they cause. Unfortunately, many people wait until it's too late to...

Why a Poison Ivy Wash Is The First Line of Defense

When dealing with poison ivy, oak, or sumac, quick action is the key to avoiding the itchy, uncomfortable rash they cause. Unfortunately, many people wait until it's too late to...

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Can You Spread Poison Ivy by Scratching?

Can You Spread Poison Ivy by Scratching? Poison ivy rashes can be intensely itchy, and the temptation to scratch them can be irresistible. But can scratching poison ivy rash make...

Can You Spread Poison Ivy by Scratching?

Can You Spread Poison Ivy by Scratching? Poison ivy rashes can be intensely itchy, and the temptation to scratch them can be irresistible. But can scratching poison ivy rash make...

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Battle of the Bumps: Spider Bites vs. Poison Ivy Rashes

Spending time outdoors is rejuvenating, but sometimes it has unexpected consequences like skin irritations. Two common culprits are poison ivy rashes and spider bites. It's important to differentiate between the...

Battle of the Bumps: Spider Bites vs. Poison Ivy Rashes

Spending time outdoors is rejuvenating, but sometimes it has unexpected consequences like skin irritations. Two common culprits are poison ivy rashes and spider bites. It's important to differentiate between the...

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Feeling Sick? It Could be Poison Oak

Do you love the outdoors? Chances are, if you’ve spent any time outside in the wilderness, you’ve probably encountered poison oak. This plant is notorious for causing an irritating skin...

Feeling Sick? It Could be Poison Oak

Do you love the outdoors? Chances are, if you’ve spent any time outside in the wilderness, you’ve probably encountered poison oak. This plant is notorious for causing an irritating skin...