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 ...

(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 ...

CLARKSBURG, W.Va. — The official start of summer is nearing, which means more West Virginians will head outdoors to go hiking and camping. The Mountain State is known for its natural beauty, and while ...

Poison ivy, oak, and sumac contain an oil called urushiol that causes an allergic skin rash. These plants can be identified by their leaf structure, though some non-toxic plants look similar. To avoid ...

Most people are familiar with poison ivy, but they often don’t know about poison oak, sumac and other toxic plants. Learn how to spot these plants and what to do about them. Poison ivy, poison oak and ...

Summer is in full bloom and so are plants and weeds that can cause you harm. Outdoor enthusiasts, gardeners and just about everyone else should know about poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac and ...

Toxic and poisonous plants grow in Michigan, including giant hogweed, poison ivy, poison oak, wild parsnip, poison sumac and poison hemlock. Contact with the plants can cause skin irritation, blisters ...

You’ve probably heard the phrase “Leaves of three, let it be.” But do you know other ways to protect yourself from poison ivy and similar plants? Keystone Infectious Disease’s Medical Director, Dr.

When skin touches poison ivy, poison oak or poison sumac plants, the oils from the plant can cause a rash. This rash can be very uncomfortable, itchy and unsightly. The medical name for this rash is ...