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Dozens of beaches across several states are closed or have health advisories in place due to elevated bacteria levels.

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A study from the UK tested swabs from cell phone screens and car keys in petri dishes, and found 241 colonies grew on the key ...

Officials have closed off swimming at beaches in at least six states due to high bacteria levels. Here's where those closures ...

As families gear up for annual summertime treks to cool off near the coast on Independence Day weekend, dozens of beaches may ...

Heading into the holiday weekend, four New Hampshire beaches are under advisories for high bacteria levels. Here's the full ...