This article originally appeared on Backpacker Blisters: just hearing the word makes our feet ache. Getting one of these raw, painful wounds is the quickest way to ruin any hike, and although careful ...

Blisters can set you back miles or even end a trip, and they don’t go away after your first shower back in civilization. Hikers frequently debate the merits of the age-old question: to pop or not to ...

After a record run, you may notice a tiny red bubble on your foot. Don’t panic. This is likely just a blood blister and not a cause for concern. Instead of being filled with clear fluid like a ...

Q I do a lot of hiking and camping, and when there is terrain that is rough, a lot of times I’ll get a blister. How do you ...

For runners, blisters are like the final boss in a video game. During a marathon, you’ve battled ‘Misjudged Pacing’, ‘Gel-Based Nausea’ and ‘The Wall’ and slayed them all. You believe you’re through ...

Blisters can be formed through various mechanisms, including friction, heat, irritation, and allergies. Let's take a closer look at each of these processes: A palm with blisters Blisters, those small ...

PHOENIX — Have you seen these pesky black and orange beetles on Valley hiking trails lately? They're known as "master blister beetles" because their blood contains a chemical that can be extremely ...

PHOENIX — It's that time of year again... Have you seen these pesky black and orange beetles on Valley hiking trails or in your backyard lately? They're known as "master blister beetles" because their ...