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Don't Touch! A Scientist's Advice For Spotting Poison Ivy Before It Ruins Your Summer

Microbiologist John Jelesko has learned not to take any chances when he touches poison ivy. Courtesy of John Jelesko hide caption

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Don't Touch! A Scientist's Advice For Spotting Poison Ivy Before It Ruins Your Summer

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June 8, 2018 • The best way to treat poison ivy is to avoid touching it in the first place. But that's tricky, given the many faces the rash-inducing plant can have.

Don't Touch! A Scientist's Advice For Spotting Poison Ivy Before It Ruins Your Summer

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'Hypoallergenic' And 'Fragrance-Free' Moisturizer Claims Are Often False

A recent test by dermatologists found that 83 percent of the top-selling moisturizers that are labeled "hypoallergenic"contained a potentially allergenic chemical. Jill Ferry/Getty Images hide caption

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'Hypoallergenic' And 'Fragrance-Free' Moisturizer Claims Are Often False

October 2, 2017 • People with skin conditions like eczema need moisturizers to treat their dry, cracked and reddened skin. But research suggests many moisturizers are mislabeled and can make the skin conditions worse.

'Hypoallergenic' And 'Fragrance-Free' Moisturizer Claims Are Often False

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