Depending on where you live, you might find yourself in the presence of poison ivy, poison oak or poison sumac on your next hike. They're best avoided, as these plants can leave you with an ...

“Hearst Magazines and Verizon Media may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below.” When you develop a rash on your body after spending time on the trails, it’s easy to point ...

(WBOY.com) — The official start of summer is nearing, which means more will head outdoors to go hiking and camping. The Volunteer State is known for its natural beauty, and while it’s worth ...

CBSNEWS - Poison ivy, poison oak and poison sumac plants are becoming larger and stronger, a trend that's been developing over recent years, according to researchers. That may be a combination of the ...

Our neighbors have already asked about poison oak. Seems like the rainy weather has spurred growth of this noxious weed. Both poison oak and ivy contain powerful compounds that produce a painful rash, ...

I think I can recognize poison ivy; what does poison oak look like? Do we have it in Oklahoma? How can I identify it? A. G., Tulsa We do have a variety, Atlantic poison oak, in our state, but it is ...

This is the time of year when people tend to walk through the woods, and come into contact with plants that may not react well with their skin, including poison ivy and poison oak. It is good to know ...

Leaves of three, let it be. That’s the common expression to avoid run-ins with poison ivy and poison oak — common toxic-to-the-touch plants found in North Carolina’s Triangle area and beyond. Virginia ...

CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WBOY) — The official start of summer is nearing, which means more people will head outdoors to go hiking and camping. While it’s worth experiencing for yourself, there are some ...

If you come into contact with poison ivy, oak or sumac, wash your skin as soon as possible with cold, running water. And hurry! Do this within minutes of coming into contact with the plant to prevent ...

It may sound simple, but the best way to prevent getting a poison ivy, oak or sumac rash is basically simple prevention: avoid contact with the plants — or even ones you think might be the poisonous ...