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, ...

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 ...

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

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

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 ...

For reactions resulting from skin contact, the first step is to wash the area with soapy water or rubbing alcohol. Some ...

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.

Most Ohioans eagerly anticipate summer. Ohio in the summer offers a variety of experiences, from enjoying warm weather and ...

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

To blunt the sugar spike, Doumani recommends eating mangoes with protein- or fat-containing foods, such as raw nuts. “In ...

Extended exposure to large amounts of decaying sargassum can irritate the eyes, throat, and lungs, particularly for people ...

Wearing long sleeves and pants and keep bug bites clean and dry are good ways to protect your skin this summer.