Poison Ivy

Hiking can be physically and mentally good for you but to ensure your hike is fun and safe, it’s important to be prepared. Here are 13 things to know before you go hiking!

There are tons of fun things to see and do in the summer but the hot and sweaty conditions of the season can cause a variety of skin problems. Don’t let a sunburn or rash ruin your summer fun! Here are 12 common skin problems you should know. 

This seemingly innocent-looking plant can cause a lot of itching, a rash and even blistering if your bare skin comes in contact with it. If you do develop a rash, here are some effective home cures for a poison ivy rash you can try! 

“Leaves of three, let it be” is a good motto to follow but as much as we try to avoid it, coming into contact with poison ivy can happen. Here are the telltale signs that you have a poison ivy rash plus how to treat it and ways to prevent it from happening again!

Not typically serious, but always irritating and embarrassing, skin rashes can be caused by a number of factors—such as environment, infection, stress, heat, allergens, immune system disorders, and medication. Most of them will clear up on their own, however, more serious skin conditions (i.e., rosacea and eczema), may require medication or even treatment.