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Thirteen people have been infected with Vibrio vulnificus, the so-called "fleshing-eating" bacteria, according to a report.
The flesh-eating bacteria, Vibrio vulnificus, is commonly found in Gulf Coast waters, and recent cases have been reported in ...
In Florida, four people have died this year after they were exposed to Vibrio vulnificus, a rare but deadly bacteria found in ...
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Florida is grappling with a surge in Vibrio vulnificus infections, a dangerous bacteria thriving in warm coastal waters, ...
Four deaths and 11 cases have been reported statewide this year, according to the Florida Department of Health.
The flesh-eating Vibrio vulnificus is routeinly found in the swimming waters on New Jersey's shores. What you should know.
Vibrio vulnificus, a bacterium that lives in warm saltwater, can cause infections that can lead to death. Find out if you’re in a high-risk group.
Florida leads the nation in Vibrio vulnificus infections, though spikes in cases and deaths tend to coincide with major ...
The most common species in the U.S. are vibrio parahaemolyticus, vibrio alginolyticus and the flesh-eating bacteria known as vibrio vulnificus. The study, however, isn’t meant to incite panic.
Vibrio vulnificus is one of the bacteria that can cause what’s commonly known as a flesh-eating infection. Necrotizing fasciitis eats away at the skin, muscles, nerves, fat and blood vessels ...
Since 2016, Florida has recorded 448 cases and 100 deaths tied to the bacteria. The 2025 deaths have been reported in Bay, ...