‘Flesh-Eating’ Bacteria Surge in Florida Floodwaters After Back-to-Back Hurricanes
Florida health officials have warned residents to stay away from floodwaters, following a spike in cases of Vibrio vulnificus infection.
Flesh-eating bacteria cases rise to record level after hurricanes in Florida
The bacteria can infect a person with an open wound, such as a cut, and can cause the skin and soft tissue around the wound to quickly break down.
Flesh-Eating Bacteria Cases Rise in Florida in Wake of Storms
Following the devastation of hurricanes Helene and Milton, a new health danger has emerged in Florida: A spike in cases of flesh-eating bacteria. In a statement issued by the Florida Department of Health earlier this month,
Florida reports 13 deaths from rare flesh-eating bacteria after hurricanes
Thirteen people have died from rare flesh-eating bacteria infections in Florida this year amid a spike in cases related to hurricane activity in the state. Florida health authorities said there have been 74 confirmed cases of Vibrio vulnificus infections in 2024,
Flesh-eating bacteria cases rise in Florida following recent hurricanes
Several counties in Florida are experiencing an unusual increase in Vibrio vulnificus, a bacteria that can lead to flesh-eating infections​.
Flesh-eating bacteria cases on rise, at near-record level after Hurricane Milton in Florida
Lee County has 5 cases of flesh-eating disease and Collier County has 1 case; statewide stands at 74 and 13 deaths
Florida sees spike in flesh-eating bacteria cases, linked to post-hurricane flooding
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