Before your next swim in a lake or river, find out what could be causing that mysterious post-dip itch, and how to keep it from ruining your trip.

Swimmer’s itch is as unpleasant as it sounds—and it’s something anyone can experience after diving into a lake. “[Swimmer’s itch] is a rash that is caused by a microscopic parasite that is burrowing ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Aug. 19—Thurston County Public Health and Social Services (TCPHSS) is advising members of the community that the parasite that ...

(NEXSTAR) – Officials in coastal and lakeside municipalities in several parts of the country have issued alerts about “swimmer’s itch” in recent weeks, perhaps prompting a few would-be beachgoers to ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A map shows Lake Lawrence and Clear Lake in southeast Thurston County. The public is advised to avoid Clear Lake due to the ...

MINNEAPOLIS — On Monday, the city of Burnsville announced Crystal Beach would close for the day so officials could preventatively treat the area for swimmer's itch. If you've lived in Minnesota during ...

Over the July Fourth weekend, the Tanana Lakes Recreation Area in Fairbanks was crowded with folks trying to beat the heat. Swimmers powered through laps. Kids squealed as they splashed in the ...

Swimmer's itch symptoms include tingling, burning, itching, reddish pimples, and small blisters. The rash usually clears up on its own within a week, but home treatments and prescriptions can offer ...