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The article warns about the rising risk of Vibrio vulnificus infections from coastal waters, especially during summer, and provides safety tips such as avoiding seawater with open wounds, cooking shellfish thoroughly, and being cautious in high-risk groups like the elderly and immunocompromised.
A bacterial infection called Vibrio vulnificus, which can cause severe flesh-eating disease, is increasing in the U.S., especially along the Gulf Coast and Eastern Seaboard, partly due to climate change. Warmer waters and extreme weather events are facilitating its spread, leading to more cases and deaths. Precautions include avoiding saltwater with open cuts and seeking prompt medical attention for infections.
Health officials warn of a rise in deadly 'flesh-eating' Vibrio vulnificus cases along the Gulf Coast, with Louisiana and Florida reporting higher than usual numbers, emphasizing the risks of exposure through open wounds and raw seafood during summer.