Never burn poison ivy, either with a flame weeder or in a burn pit to dispose of brush. The smoke from burning poison ivy can cause the same allergic reaction as on the skin but in the eyes ...

“Do not burn poison ivy, since the urushiol that some find irritating can travel with the smoke and may cause breathing irritation.” Dr. May advises wearing boots, long pants, a long-sleeved ...

If you have a red rash on your hands, arms, or legs that's accompanied by intense itching, you may have had a brush with poison ivy. Here’s what to do if you think you’ve been exposed to the ...