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Do brain-eating amoebas and flesh-eating bacteria live in NC? Here's what to know
Stories of brain-eating amoebas and flesh-eating bacteria are frightening. Here's what swimmers in North Carolina should know ...
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 ...
Florida is grappling with a surge in Vibrio vulnificus infections, a dangerous bacteria thriving in warm coastal waters, ...
Florida leads the nation in Vibrio vulnificus infections, though spikes in cases and deaths tend to coincide with major ...
Deadly flesh-eating bacteria in Florida waters: Vibrio cases decline, but danger persists, data show
Four deaths and 11 cases have been reported statewide this year, according to the Florida Department of Health.
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Seek medical attention right away for infected wounds.
The flesh-eating Vibrio vulnificus is routeinly found in the swimming waters on New Jersey's shores. What you should know.
The bacteria, Vibrio vulnificus, most often causes infection through open wounds and the consumption of undercooked or raw ...
What is Vibrio Vulnificus and Should You Be Concerned? Published Jun 26, 2015 at 4:44 PM EDT Updated Apr 05, 2016 at 7:15 PM EDT.
Tennesseans planning on a Florida vacation before the start of school should be aware of a rare "flesh-eating" bacteria ...
Florida health officials have warned anyone with fresh cuts or scrapes to avoid going into the water, saying 'water and ...
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