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, ...

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

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 ...

You can remove poison oak from your yard by hand or with an herbicide. No matter which method you choose, wear protective ...

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

Cucumber calms the rash It’s not exactly a day at the spa, but using cucumber slices is a simple poison ivy treatment. Either ...

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 ...

After a long winter, Michiganders are ready to spend time outdoors each summer, but there are plenty of things to watch out ...

It’s that time of year, when midsummer is in full bloom, and the weather is congenial to being in the great out-of-doors.

“Foraging on your neighbors’ land may seem harmless to you, but to the landowner, it may be seen as stealing and trespassing,” says Gardner. “Getting approval before you gather is imperative. When ...

What are sea lice? Experts explain how to treat itchy, stinging rashes from the tiny sea creatures filling South Carolina beaches this summer.

Since the dawn of time, the pesky mosquito has single-handedly been ruining bonfires, preventing stargazing, and making us ...