5 Home Remedies for Poison Ivy Rashes You Should Know And When to See a Doctor Health.com 5/14/2021 © Provided by Health.com AdobeStock
If summertime and warmer weather makes you want to ditch all your inhibitions and head outdoors, protected only by some shades and sunscreen, you re not alone. But if you live in certain areas in the US, you may want to prepare just a tiny bit more so you don t bring anything back with you or at least know what could happen if you don t
One threat you could come across in your ventures outside is poison ivy. About 85% of people are allergic to the plant and its oils, according to the American Skin Association, and you can be exposed to it during many common summer activities: pulling weeds from your garden, taking your dog for a walk in a wooded area, etc.
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