According to the American Academy of Dermatology Association, you should do the following: Immediately wash the part of your skin that touched the plant with one of the following: Rubbing alcohol, ...

When to Seek Medical Help: If the rash is severe, covers a large area, or is on your face or genitals, seek medical attention ...

The dreaded red, itchy rash of poison ivy can turn a pleasant gardening session into a miserable ordeal. But what if you could banish this pervasive plant from your yard permanently, without resorting ...

When the long school year ended, I always looked forward to a relaxing vacation with my parents in Florida. But one year, upon arrival, I was shocked to find my dad’s face covered in a red, blistered ...

That familiar phrase, "leaves of three, let it be," is a homeowner's warning, often whispered with a shiver. Poison ivy ( ...

You can remove poison oak from your yard by hand or with an herbicide. No matter which method you choose, wear protective gear, including long sleeves, gloves, long pants, and boots, to minimize your ...