Vibrio Vulnificus Rising in Florida | Orlando News

Florida’s beaches are turning deadly as Vibrio vulnificus, the “flesh-eating” bacteria, claims another life — and experts warn this isn’t an isolated incident. Thriving in warm coastal waters, the infection spreads through raw seafood or open wounds touching contaminated water, with the worst outcomes hitting those with liver disease or compromised immunity. With rising ocean temperatures expanding its reach, health officials urge anyone with cuts — even fresh tattoos or piercings — to avoid saltwater, cover wounds tightly, and skip raw oysters to stay alive. 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/10debbbb66a12e3f