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July 16, 2025

Four people dead in Florida from flesh-eating bacteria found in coastal waters

Florida officials warn about Vibrio vulnificus, a flesh-eating bacteria found in warm water that has caused four deaths this year. The bacteria can enter through wounds or raw oyster consumption.

July 11, 2025

Once-polluted Paris river reopens for public swimming after Olympics rush to clean it up

Paris has reopened public swimming in the Seine River for the summer, allowing visitors to enjoy the waterway that was cleaned up for the 2024 Olympics.

July 8, 2025

Texas RV park owner banged on doors as water rose, family was swept away

Lorena Guillen describes the harrowing Texas flooding that swept away a father and his family after her husband waded through water to save them.

July 4, 2025

Physician reminds Americans to 'exercise caution' for Fourth of July

Physician Dr. Devi Nampiaparampil addresses the health and safety dangers that are most likely to send Americans to the ER this holiday.

July 2, 2025

The gross reason airplane passengers might want to avoid using the water on flights

Research shows airplane surfaces and onboard water may harbor contaminants, with bathrooms shown to be particularly unsanitary, according to travel and health experts.

July 1, 2025

Gut microbes could be key to fighting toxic, long-lasting 'forever chemicals,' research says

Research shows gut microbiome could help eliminate persistent PFAS that linger in bodies for years, as scientists work to develop protective probiotics.

June 6, 2025

Woman dies of brain-eating amoeba after using tap water in nasal rinse device

The fatal brain-eating amoeba Naegleria fowleri claimed the life of a Texas woman who used contaminated water in her nasal rinse, as the CDC highlights potential risks.

May 24, 2025

NYC sewage boat explosion in Hudson River kills 1 city worker, injures 2 others

A sewage boat exploded in New York City's Hudson River, killing a DEP worker. Two others were injured, and the cause is under investigation.

May 8, 2025

First bottle of 'whisky' matured in casks submerged in Loch Ness sells for over $1,000

The first bottle of "whisky" matured in casks submerged 702 feet beneath the surface of Scotland's Loch Ness recently sold for more than $1,000 at auction.

May 6, 2025

DeSantis slams 'forced medication' of fluoride in Florida's drinking water

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced Tuesday he is signing legislation into law to ban fluoride in the Sunshine State's drinking water.