A "flesh-eating bacteria" has already caused 7 deaths on the Gulf Coast: how to avoid infection
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Seven deaths have been reported in the United States in 2026 due to infections caused by the bacterium Vibrio vulnificus. The fatalities occurred along the Gulf Coast, specifically including five deaths in Louisiana and one in Florida. This pathogen, commonly referred to as a flesh-eating bacteria, thrives in warm coastal waters.
Health authorities have issued warnings urging public caution. The bacteria can enter the human body through open wounds or the consumption of contaminated seafood. Officials are emphasizing preventative measures to mitigate the risk of infection as the bacteria remains active in the region's warm aquatic environments.
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Infobae (first snippet)Focuses on general prevention and the nature of the bacteria.
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