A young shark attack survivor is speaking out about overcoming fear and returning to the place where he was bit nearly three years ago.

Hollywood celebrated 50th anniversary of 'Jaws,' which instilled terror in the public about sharks, especially in beach-going Florida.

Sam Hollis was leading a surf lesson off Florida’s New Smyrna Beach on Friday when a shark suddenly bit down on his left foot. The encounter left behind deep-tissue injuries, but he was able to swim to safety and medical help.

Following the "nasty" shark encounter, the teen was transported to a local hospital with non life-threatening injuries, Malphurs added, though pictures showed the harrowing injuries to his foot. Several first responders were seen rushing to the scene of attack.

Discovery Channel’s “Shark Week” begins Sunday for the 37th year. And Steven Spielberg’s movie “Jaws” celebrated its 50th anniversary in June.

While it is true that Florida sees more shark bites than any other state, the odds of a shark attack contributing to one’s death are extremely low.

A New England summer hot spot that was the site of the state’s first fatal shark attack five years ago is once again seeing signs of the apex predator as thousands flock to the beach to enjoy the