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

Naegleria fowleri, the rare, but deadly, so-called brain-eating amoeba, can be found in Pennsylvania's waters.

On Tuesday, officials confirmed that a pediatric patient has died from Naegleria fowleri, also known as the brain-eating ...

In the U.S., Naegleria fowleri amoebas are mainly found in the southern states during the warmest months. Here's what ...

Jamilah, Zaynah and Latifah McBryde never expected to become college athletes, much less change the rules of American women's wrestling. The sisters are devout Muslims who were homeschooled and grew ...

Swimming in lakes (or any wild water) has its risks. When in doubt, check local advisories and trust your senses. And if the water looks or smells off, you might have better luck sticking to land.

Australia faces urgent warnings as the invasive New Zealand false widow spider spreads, posing dual threats through venomous bites and antibiotic-resistant bacteria.

Season 2 of 'The Chicken Sisters' premieres on Hallmark in August, bringing bigger feuds, new rivalries, and a mysterious newcomer stirring up family drama.

Several public beaches in the Chicago area are either closed or under advisory because of high levels of bacteria, Illinois health officials said.

Ohio State University research shows how pesticides affect gut bacteria, providing insights for future health interventions.