Poison ivy is getting worse — here's why

Only 10% to 20% of Americans aren't allergic to poison ivy's rash-inducing oil, urushiol. Rising atmospheric carbon dioxide levels are causing poison ivy leaves to grow larger and produce more of the toxic oil.

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0:40 "So be careful this summer and know how to spot poison ivy" This video was posted on Sep. 8 summer is almost over.

[matthewgaviola]

Well this aged well. Had a slight brush with poison Ivy on my arm. Now a couple days later there are rashes on my sides and *other arm*

[MrKZdemos]

sometimes i look at poison ivy and think this little piece of shit cant hurt me, but i never touch it

[ChefBuckeye]

The most simple thing about Urushiol is its like car grease, simply use some Dawn dish soap then grab a washcloth and get rough with the contaminated area. Done, no rash if done within 8 hours.