Vibrio Vulnificus: Beach Safety Alert | Albuquerque News

This summer, a deadly rise in flesh-eating Vibrio vulnificus infections is sending shockwaves through Florida and Louisiana—with over 25 cases and at least 7 deaths. Invisible in seawater, this bacteria strikes fast, causing fever, dark blisters, and confusion within 24 hours, especially if you have open wounds or eat raw seafood. Get to the ER immediately—antibiotics save lives, but time is critical. Avoid coastal waters with cuts, piercings, or tattoos, wash wounds after saltwater exposure, and skip raw shellfish. Even if rare, awareness could save your life. 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/cbf5db8582a07ab9