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Cases of Vibrio Vulnificus, 'Flesh-Eating' Bacteria, Are Rising in Several States. Know These Signs
Eight people have died in the U.S. this year in Florida and Louisiana from infections with Vibrio vulnificus, a "flesh-eating" bacteria that spreads through seawater and shellfish.
Man who vacationed on St. George becomes 5th to die in Florida of 'flesh-eating' bacteria
Although the News Herald was unable to independently verify by the time of publication, WMBB's Tom Lewis reported that the most recent death was a 78-year-old man on vacation at St. George Island in Franklin County.
Deaths from flesh-eating bacteria are on the rise. Who is at risk?
Infections with Vibrio vulnificus are still rare but "this is certainly not normal," an expert in water diseases at the University of Florida said.
'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.
Flesh-eating bacteria cases rare but rising: What you need to know heading to NC's coast
A serious bacterial infection has put a North Carolina man in an Outer Banks ICU, highlighting a growing concern over the flesh-eating bacteria found in coastal waters.
‘Flesh-Eating’ Bacteria Cases Are on the Rise Along the Gulf Coast. How Do You Get It, and How Can You Protect Yourself?
At least eight people along the Gulf Coast have died and 22 others have been infected with Vibrio vulnificus bacteria.
More cases of deadly ‘flesh-eating’ bacterial infection in popular vacation destination
Eight deaths have been reported in Florida due to a "flesh-eating" bacterial infection, according to state health officials.
Florida reports 13 cases of flesh-eating bacteria; death toll climbs to eight
Florida has reported 13 cases of Vibrio vulnificus, a bacteria commonly known as “flesh-eating,” across 11 counties, with the death toll rising to eight, according to the Florida Department of Health.
Fifth Person in Florida Dies of Flesh-Eating Bacteria: What to Know
The Florida Department of Health has confirmed 5 people have died in the state due to Vibrio vulnificus infections.
'Flesh-eating' bacteria Florida update: Vibrio vulnificus cases rise to 13. Here's where
Thirteen people have been infected with Vibrio vulnificus, the so-called "fleshing-eating" bacteria, according to a report.
Escambia, Santa Rosa counties report new cases of flesh-eating bacteria
Escambia and Santa Rosa counties both reported new cases of Vibrio Vulnificus, also called flesh-eating bacteria, as cases continue to rise across the Panhandle and Florida as a whole. Panhandle sees rise in flesh-eating bacteria The new cases were reported in an update to the Florida Department of Health’s website
People on alert: Outer Banks crews adapt as 'flesh-eating' bacteria risk grows
North Carolina is seeing an increase in Vibrio infections, with 59 cases and one death reported through July 31.
Four dead and 17 hospitalized from Vibrio vulnificus infections in Louisiana. What to know
Four dead and 17 hospitalized from "flesh-eating" bacteria, Vibrio vulnificus, in Louisiana waters. What to know about ...
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