Invasive Bacteria Threatens Southern Gulf States: CDC Warning.
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has warned about the potentially deadly invasive bacteria, Burkholderia pseudomallei, found in fresh water and soil in states along the Gulf of Mexico. The bacteria can be deadly to immunocompromised people, but most healthy individuals who get it shake it off without missing a beat. The bacteria is not prevalent in the environment yet, but it is always concerning when a new organism that should be in another part of the world is found in yours. Generally healthy people don't have to worry, but underlying conditions increase the risk.