Vibrio Alert: Louisiana’s Beach Safety Warning | Washington DC News

Louisiana’s facing a dangerous spike in Vibrio vulnificus infections — dubbed “flesh-eating” bacteria — with five deaths this year, far above the usual one per year. Health officials warn beachgoers and water lovers to stay away if you have open wounds, as the bacteria thrives in warm coastal waters and can cause life-threatening infections — especially for those with liver disease, diabetes, or weakened immune systems. All nine reported cases so far involved people with cuts entering the water, and raw shellfish are also a risk. Stay safe: avoid saltwater with wounds, skip raw oysters, and take extra care if you’re medically vulnerable. Thank you to our sponsor Garrett Waller Performance: http://coaching.garrettwaller.com Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/7a7d7595622ef6ea