If you’ve ever had a red, itchy rash pop up a day or two after spending time outside, you know how annoying and painful poison ivy can be. Since the rash often takes 12 to 72 hours to appear – and there’s not a lot you can do to relieve the itch once it starts […]
It is true a diagnosis of poison ivy is much more common in the summer, primarily because people spend more time outdoors when the weather is warm than they do in the winter when it is cold and blustery. But, our weather this winter has been unseasonably warm and more people are spending time outside, […]
The weather is finally warming up and it is a great time to get outside. Whether in your backyard or on the Appalachian Trail, avoiding poison ivy is key to an enjoyable outdoor experience. Poison Ivy Facts Fact: You’ve all heard the phrase “leaves of three, let it be.” Poison ivy and poison sumac (commonly […]
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