Health Tip: Avoid Poison Ivy

The American Academy of Family Physicians says you can help prevent a poison ivy rash by:

  • Wearing protective clothing when you work on the lawn or in the garden. This includes long sleeves, long pants and gloves.
  • Washing your clothes and shoes after being outside.
  • Cleaning your gloves and tools after each use.
  • Washing your pets after they've been outside. Most pets are not allergic to the oil, but they can spread it to you.

    • Date Published: 2/28/2024 4:38:34 AM

    Related Articles

    Search Allergy Articles

    Seasonal Allergies Might Increase Suicide Rate, Study Says

    What to Know About Anaphylaxis: Symptoms, Triggers & Treatment

    Rare Red Meat Allergy Linked To More Tick Species

    Allergies Have You Stuffed Up? Nose Fungi May Be to Blame

    Tools You Can Use to Control Winter Asthma, Allergy Symptoms

    App Helps Asthma Patients Track Symptoms

    School-Based Asthma Programs Keep Kids Healthy And Learning

    Time Of Day, Year Matters For Asthma Testing

    Digital Tool Potentially Predicts Childhood Asthma

    Night Shift Associated With Asthma Risk In Women

    Flu Cases Start to Surge as Americans Prepare for Holiday Gatherings

    Severe Flu Season Raises Concerns About Brain Complications in Kids

    Moderna's Combo Flu and COVID Shot Shows Promise

    Severe Infections Double Risk of Heart Failure

    U.S. Sees Most Child Flu Deaths Since 2009