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Vibrio Outbreak Claims Two in Florida | Dayton News
Florida reports a second deadly case of Vibrio vulnificus this year, bringing the total to two fatalities — one in Palm Beach County and the latest in Marion County. This “flesh-eating” bacteria thrives in warm coastal waters and is increasingly dangerous as summer heats up. Most infections stem from eating raw or undercooked shellfish, especially oysters, but open wounds exposed to contaminated water also pose a risk. With a 20% fatality rate and many survivors needing intensive care or limb amputations, health officials urge caution: cook seafood thoroughly, avoid cross-contamination, and…
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