TITLE

Be prepared for the rash of summertime skin problems

PUB. DATE

June 1992

SOURCE

Total Health;Jun92, Vol. 14 Issue 3, p55

SOURCE TYPE

Periodical

DOC. TYPE

Article

ABSTRACT

Warns the outdoor summer activist of the rashes which can be acquired through contact with poison ivy, oak and sumac. Spring and summer as the peak seasons for allergic reactions to the plants; Number of people each year who receive rashes; Symptoms; Treatment; Contagion; Prevention; More.

ACCESSION #

9209140232

Tags: ALLERGY

 

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