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

    How To Help Your Back-To-School Kid With Their Allergies

    Most Families Exclude Foods Linked to Allergies

    Why Vaccines Are Especially Important for Children With Asthma

    What to Know About Anaphylaxis: Symptoms, Triggers & Treatment

    Wildfire Smoke Alters Immune System, Study Says

    Tools You Can Use to Control Winter Asthma, Allergy Symptoms

    Wildfire Smoke Flooded ERs With Asthma Cases

    1 in 3 Children Now Suffer From Chronic Illness

    Holiday Tips To Keep Allergies and Asthma Under Control

    Wildfire Smoke Is Choking America's Cities -- Is Yours on the List?

    Why Vaccines Are Especially Important for Children With Asthma

    Second Flu Vaccine Meeting Canceled -- What Happens Next?

    Blood Test May Help Predict How Long Immunity Lasts

    Patient Hospitalized in Louisiana With First U.S. Case of Severe Bird Flu

    First U.S. Death From Bird Flu Reported in Louisiana