It's the most dangerous plant in the UK say experts and just brushing it with your arm or leg can give you painful blisters ...

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In some states, giant hogweed has been deemed a health threat due to its ability to burn and scar skin. Brushing against or breaking the plant releases sap that can cause blistering, and when ...

Giant hogweed has had it's fair share of media attention in previous years, particularly in 2015 when five children in the UK suffered burns from its sap. The attention has died down in recent ...

A boiling water burn, or scald, can cause immediate pain. Treatment includes stopping contact with the water as soon as possible, running the affected area under cold water, and covering the burn.

April is the best time to destroy giant hogweed before it grows too, well, giant, and Brant County landowners will play a pivotal role in fighting the invasive species, according to a local ...

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