Four freshwater lakes in New Jersey are also under swimming advisories and a lake at a state park remains closed due to a ...

Thirteen people have been infected with Vibrio vulnificus, the so-called "fleshing-eating" bacteria, according to a report.

Heading into this weekend, 33 Massachusetts beaches are closed. Here's the full list. The following MA beaches, listed by ...

The bacteria, Vibrio vulnificus, most often causes infection through open wounds and the consumption of undercooked or raw seafood.

Stories of brain-eating amoebas and flesh-eating bacteria are frightening. Here's what swimmers in North Carolina should know ...

A beach in Dorchester has reopened to swimmers while many more remain closed across the state due to high bacteria levels.

DOH-Santa Rosa advises against any water-related activities at Navarre Beach after water quality testing showed high bacteria ...

The flesh-eating bacteria, Vibrio vulnificus, is commonly found in Gulf Coast waters, and recent cases have been reported in ...

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board says beaches at Bde Maka Ska and Lake Hiawatha are among those affected.

As the weather gets hotter and more humid, it’s tempting to take a dip into the nearest body of water to cool off. But ...

Dandelion greens contain inulin that feeds beneficial bacteria and compounds that stimulate digestive juices. They’re ...

Homegrown fruits, vegetables, and herbs can harbor bacteria from organic treatments, compost, or irrigation water, as well as ...