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Hives on forearm, with possible allergy trigger foods on table, nuts, milk, eggs strawberries
March 3, 2026/Allergies

Can You Develop Allergies as an Adult?

A variety of factors, including changes to your body as you age, may lead to new allergies later in life

A bee on an arm, with its stinger stuck in the arm
March 20, 2025/Primary Care

How To Remove a Bee Stinger

Whether you scrape or pull out the stinger, the key is to do it quickly

Gypsy moth caterpillar on a leaf
October 4, 2024/Primary Care

Can a Caterpillar Cause a Skin Rash?

They may seem cute, but toxins released by certain kinds of caterpillars can leave you feeling itchy or worse

Split screen: poisonous plant/venomous insect
April 24, 2024/Primary Care

What It Means To Be Poisonous vs. Venomous

Poisons are inhaled, ingested or absorbed by your skin, while venoms are delivered by bites and stings

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wasp on person's skin
August 8, 2023/Primary Care

Simple Steps To Treat Bee and Wasp Stings — Plus Tips To Prevent Them

If stung, removing the stinger quickly is key — then, apply a cold compress to soothe

child being treated for bee sting by caregiver
July 10, 2023/Children’s Health

How To Treat Your Child’s Sting or Bite at Home

Simple solutions to handle backyard encounters with some of nature’s smallest critters

scorpion stinger
July 27, 2021/Primary Care

How to Treat a Scorpion Sting at Home

An urgent care physician weighs in on what to do

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