Swimmer's itch is an allergic reaction to a parasite. Infected birds and mammals pass the eggs in feces. They hatch in water and attach to snails, releasing microscopic larvae and exposing humans.

These bacteria and other microscopic parasites can cause irritating skin conditions. Swimmer's itch, otherwise known as ...

In 2007, Michelle Macy first braved the cold waters of the English Channel to join the legions of marathon swimmers who have attempted the daunting swim between England the France. The 32-year-old ...

Tennessee swimmers smashed an NCAA record at the SEC Championships at the Gabrielsen Natatorium in Athens, Georgia, on Wednesday. The UT men's 200-yard freestyle relay team clocked a time of of 1 ...