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HERSHEY, Pa. — It winds around tree trunks, hides among flowers and creeps along less-manicured lawns. Most victims of its offending oil are unaware they’ve encountered it until the tell-tale rash, blisters and itching appear. Poison ivy can cause discomfort for some and utter misery for others. Dermatologist Dr. Alexandra Flamm with Penn State Health Dermatology answers questions […]
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — More than 65 species of palm trees in the United States are vulnerable to a wood-decaying fungus that can damage or destroy palms. The fungus, Ganoderma zonatum, which causes the lethal disease known as Ganoderma butt rot of palms, shows few symptoms before you can detect something is wrong. Its mysterious nature […]
STILLWATER, Okla. — Flowers are blooming and vegetables are ripe for picking out of the garden, but unfortunately, poison hemlock and other toxic plants are also blooming across the state. Poison hemlock is one of the most toxic plants found in Oklahoma, excluding the Panhandle, said Laura Goodman, Oklahoma State University Extension range specialist. “Poison hemlock is toxic […]