Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. It starts off as a small, itchy patch of skin you scratch absentmindedly. But within a few days, an intensely itchy, bubbling rash ...

Poison ivy might be a small plant, but it can cause big trouble—for both your yard and your skin. Its oily sap, called urushiol, is what triggers that itchy rash, and even a tiny amount can cause a ...

Try one of these chemical-free methods to get rid of the pesky plant. If you’ve ever gone hiking, you’ve probably heard the warning, “Leaves of three, let it be.” Poison ivy, Toxicodendron radicans, ...

Urushiol exposure can occur via stems, roots, vines, tools, and secondary contact, so risk persists even when leaves are absent. In lymphedema, poison ivy dermatitis may precipitate inflammatory flare ...

As the weather warms, spending more time outside is a must. While there are a ton of benefits to enjoying nature, there are also a few drawbacks you should be prepared for, like mosquito bites and, ...

When handling poison ivy, don’t neglect your gear. To protect you from getting exposed to the oil, wear long pants tucked ...