Poison Ivy Resource Center

Poison Ivy

Poison ivy is a common poisonous plant that causes an itchy rash on the skin upon contact with the plant’s sap. To prevent poison ivy rash, cover your skin when working outside or hiking, and wash your hands or other skin that may have come in contact with the plant.

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Resources
  1. Poison Ivy, Poison Oak and Poison Sumac. Cleveland Clinic. May 5, 2023.