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Deaths Rising From Flesh-Eating Bacteria

Why Fatal 'Flesh-Eating' Bacteria Infections Are on the Rise

In total, there have been 57 confirmed cases of the infection caused by the "flesh-eating" bacteria, Vibrio vulnificus, in the U.S. this year.

USA Today · 4d

'Flesh-eating' bacteria Florida update: Vibrio vulnificus deaths up to 5. Here's where

Another person in Bay County has died from Vibrio vulnificus infection, the Florida Department of Health said, bringing the 2025 state total to five.

CBS News · 4d

Report: 13 cases of flesh-eating bacteria, eight deaths confirmed in Florida

Officials said eight cases were tied to wound exposure but stressed the infections are "sporadic and unrelated to an outbreak."

Sepsis, soap and Bacteria

Gizmodo · 8h

Handsoaps Recalled Over Bacteria That Can Cause Sepsis

Four brands of soap and skin products are being recalled by their manufacturer after they were discovered to potentially be contaminated with bacteria that can cause infections, and even lead to sepsis in immunosuppressed people, according to announcements from the FDA and DermaRite Industries.

TODAY · 9h

Hand Soap Recalled Due to Potentially Life-Threatening Bacteria. Which Products Are Affected?

DermaRite is voluntarily recalling dozens of hand soaps, cleaners and creams that could pose serious health risks for people with weakened immune systems.

USA TODAY on MSN · 13h

Hand soap recalled over contamination that could lead to sepsis: See where it was sold

The hand soap sold across the U.S. is being recalled after the presence of a potentially deadly bacteria was discovered in some of the product.

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Daughters mourn Mississippi father who died from 'flesh-eating' bacteria: 'Life of the party'

"There doesn't need to be a fear of the water," his daughter said. "There needs to be an education and a knowledge of if you ...

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Legionella bacteria found in water system of Dearborn senior living facility

Health officials have confirmed the presence of Legionnaires' disease at a senior living facility in Dearborn.

After son dies, Indiana family urges vaccination against meningitis-causing bacteria

Sicknesses creep up with kids being in close quarters in school. With that in mind, a grieving Northwest Indiana family wants ...

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Common food bacteria could help make vitamins cheaper and greener

A new study reveals how Lactococcus lactis (L. lactis), a common food bacterium, regulates the production of a key precursor ...

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Bacteria pollution threatens Massachusetts beaches. This map shows where pollution is worst.

Last year, the state reported the third highest rate ever of beaches testing positive for dangerous levels of bacteria.

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Legionella bacteria detected at Berks County South Campus in Mohnton

Low levels of Legionella bacteria, which can cause Legionnaires' disease, was detected during a routine water test at the ...

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Toxic bacteria reported in Fenway’s Muddy River

The area between Brookline Avenue and Avenue Louis Pasteur has a cyanobacteria algae bloom, which has toxins that can harm ...

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3 Mississippi Coast beaches are under advisories for bacteria. See the list

Three Mississippi Coast beaches are under water contact advisories this week after routine tests found bacteria in the ...

“Flesh-eating bacteria” in spa waters triggers thousands of cancellations

The pathogen thrives under extreme weather conditions and low salinity between May and October. Additionally, environments ...

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