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The state is seeing a rise in cases of flesh-eating bacteria

The bacteria can infect a person with an open wound, such as a cut, and cause the skin and soft tissue around the wound to quickly break down. Health risks to watch out for after a hurricane The biggest health…

Vibrio cases reach record high in Florida, survivor urges caution

PENSACOLA, Fla. – Cases of flesh-eating bacteria are on the rise following recent natural disasters. Vibrio vulnificus occurs naturally in warm coastal waters. Its concentrations can increase during heavy rain and floods. People in coastal areas affected by Hurricanes Helene…