Enterococcus bacteria was found at Lynn Hall Memorial Park on Fort Myers Beach on Jan. 7, according to the Florida Department ...

A water quality test on Jan. 7 found too much Enterococcus bacteria near Lighthouse Point Park, according to the Florida ...

The Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County has released a water quality advisory affecting several local beaches.

Enterococcus faecalis is a species of bacteria that is naturally found in the intestines. While it tends to be harmless in that environment, it has the potential to cause a serious infection if it ...

A new study finds that two subtypes of pathogenic Escherichia coli (E. coli) produce five to 16 times more protective capsular 'slime' when Enterococcus faecalis (EF) is present. The finding could ...

Florida health officials warn of high bacteria levels at Palm Beach County beaches, advising against swimming.

A newly discovered species of antibiotic-resistant bacteria has been named after the academic institute where it was identified – the John Innes Centre. Enterococcus innesii, was discovered by ...

A new study describes how bacteria adapted to the modern hospital environment and repeatedly cause antibiotic-resistant bloodstream infections. This study examined one of the first sustained hospital ...