Wild Parsnip

• Conservation group urges Canadians not to spread invasive species

  The Nature Conservancy of Canada has released a list of the top 10 invasive species spread through summer recreational activities.

  Canada

  Aug 4, 2018
  
• Being aware of the invasive plant known as wild parsnip

  It may not be the most recognizable plant, but wild parsnip can cause severe burns, blisters and sometimes even blindness.

  Canada

  Jul 19, 2018
  
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• Woman suffers horrific burns, blisters after touching invasive wild parsnip plant

  A 21-year-old Vermont woman is warning others to steer away from the invasive wild parsnip plant after she was hospitalized with severe burns and blisters from coming in contact with wild parsnip.

  Health

  Jul 19, 2018
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• Dangerous plant spreads throughout Kingston

  The City of Kingston urges the public to avoid direct contact with a dangerous plant because it causes severe burns to human skin.

  Health

  Jul 12, 2018
• 5 Montreal stories you must read this week: July 24

  From following a woman's personal struggle to Lasalle robberies and confusing construction, take a look at the top 5 stories we covered this week.

  Canada

  Jul 24, 2015
• Wild parsnip causes burns, blisters to Hudson teen

  The blisters on his hands are making it difficult for 14-year-old Reese Hitterman to perform even the simplest tasks.

  Health

  Jul 21, 2015