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Flesh-eating bacteria outbreaks lead to multiple deaths and hospitalizations

A deadly bacterial infection called Vibrio vulnificus is resurging due to rising temperatures and warming seas, with a high mortality rate of about 1 in 5 infected individuals dying, often rapidly. The bacteria thrive in warm, low-salinity waters near coastlines, and infections are increasing along the US East Coast, linked to seafood consumption and water activities. Experts warn that climate change may lead to a global rise in such infections, emphasizing the need for vigilance and preventive measures.

via yahoo.com|

#bacterial-infection #climate-change #health

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"New York State Confirms Rare Flesh-Eating Bacteria Outbreak"

Health officials are warning about a rare flesh-eating bacteria, Vibrio vulnificus, that has caused at least 11 infections and five deaths in New York, Connecticut, and North Carolina between June and August 2023. A person from Suffolk County, Long Island, died from vibriosis, and the CDC reports that exposure to coastal waters or seafood may lead to severe symptoms, including sepsis and life-threatening wound infections. The New York State Department of Health has issued guidance to prevent vibriosis, and cases have been linked to "record-breaking" heat waves.

via Hudson Valley Post|

#cdc #flesh-eating-bacteria #health

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"Rising Cases of Deadly Flesh-Eating Infections Linked to Climate Change in Eastern US, CDC Reports"

A CDC report links severe "flesh-eating" V. vulnificus infections to heat waves in the eastern US during the summer of 2023, with cases reported in Connecticut, New York, and North Carolina. The bacteria thrive in warm water and can cause necrotizing fasciitis if it enters an open wound, or gastrointestinal infection if ingested. The report describes 11 cases, with five fatalities, and emphasizes the need to avoid contact with brackish water, salt water, and raw seafood, as well as thoroughly cooking seafood to prevent illness as coastal water temperatures rise.

via Livescience.com|

#cdc #health #heat-waves

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Fatal Vibrio Infection: The Deadly Consequences of Consuming Raw Oysters

A man in Texas died after contracting Vibrio vulnificus, a bacterial infection, from eating raw oysters. The man had underlying health conditions that made him more susceptible to the infection. Vibrio infections are on the rise in the United States due to unusually warm ocean temperatures, with about 80% of cases occurring between May and October. Symptoms of vibriosis include diarrhea, stomach cramping, vomiting, fever, and blistering lesions. It is advised to seek medical attention if experiencing these symptoms after consuming undercooked shellfish or being in coastal areas.

via ABC15 Arizona in Phoenix|

#bacterial-infection #health #raw-oysters

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"Emerging Threat: Vibrio Vulnificus on the Rise in Raw Oysters"

Infections with a flesh-eating bacteria called Vibrio vulnificus, commonly found in warm coastal waters, have raised concerns as cases and deaths associated with the bacteria have been reported in new areas, including the Northeastern U.S. Experts believe that rising water temperatures due to climate change may be expanding the geographic range of the bacteria. Vibrio vulnificus can be contracted through exposure to saltwater or by consuming raw or undercooked shellfish, particularly oysters. Symptoms can range from mild gastrointestinal illness to severe infections, including necrotizing fasciitis and septic shock. While vibrio infections are still relatively rare, health officials advise caution and recommend avoiding contact with seawater or brackish water if you have open wounds, and cooking shellfish thoroughly to reduce the risk of infection.

via TODAY|

#climate-change #flesh-eating-bacteria #health

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"Flesh-Eating Bacteria Outbreak Sparks Public Health Concerns in Multiple States"

The detection of Vibrio vulnificus, a microorganism that can cause severe skin breakdown and ulcers, in a deceased individual from Suffolk County has prompted New York Governor Kathy Hochul to address the public about public health measures and preparedness. The New York State Department of Health has issued guidelines to healthcare providers on identifying and treating bacterial infections. Fatal cases of vibriosis linked to swimming in contaminated water have also been reported in Connecticut. Governor Hochul emphasized the importance of awareness and preventive steps, urging New Yorkers to minimize exposure risks. The New York State Department of Health is investigating the death in Suffolk County to determine the source of the bacteria. Individuals with compromised immune systems are advised to avoid raw or undercooked shellfish, while those with open wounds should avoid warm seawater.

via Food Safety News|

#governor-kathy-hochul #health #new-york

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Fatal Outbreak: Flesh-Eating Bacteria Claims Lives in New York and Connecticut

The New York State Health Department has issued guidance to help residents identify and protect against a flesh-eating bacterium, Vibrio vulnificus, which has caused the deaths of three individuals in New York and Connecticut. Vibriosis, a rare but potentially fatal bacterial infection, can be contracted through raw shellfish or seawater. Governor Kathy Hochul urged residents to take precautions, including protecting open wounds from seawater and avoiding raw or undercooked shellfish. Symptoms of vibriosis include diarrhea, stomach cramps, vomiting, fever, and chills. Individuals with compromised immune systems are at higher risk and should take extra precautions.

via New York Post |

#flesh-eating-bacteria #health #new-york-state-health-department

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Raw Oysters Prove Fatal for Missouri Man

A 54-year-old man from Missouri died after eating raw oysters from a food stand that were contaminated with Vibrio vulnificus, a bacterium that can be carried by oysters and shellfish. The man was treated at a hospital but died soon after. Health officials concluded that the oysters were likely already contaminated when they arrived at the seafood stand. Vibrio vulnificus is responsible for 95% of seafood-related deaths and has a mortality rate of 33%. The CDC advises reducing the chances of contracting Vibriosis by not consuming raw shellfish or food in contact with raw shellfish and washing hands before and after preparing shellfish.

via Fox News|

#food-safety #health #missouri

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Raw Oysters from Missouri Seafood Stand Linked to Man's Death

A man from Missouri died of vibriosis after eating raw oysters he purchased from a seafood stand. The bacteria Vibrio vulnificus, which can be carried in oysters and other shellfish, infected the man. Health officials are urging anyone who recently purchased oysters from the market to dispose of them as investigators work to determine the source of the oysters. Vibrio vulnificus can cause severe illness and death, and people can reduce their risk of vibriosis by following food safety tips such as cooking oysters before eating and washing hands after handling raw shellfish.

via TODAY|

#food-safety #health #missouri