Rising Tides, Rising Risks: Understanding the ‘Flesh-Eating’ Bacteria Threat
It’s deeply saddening to hear about the recent deaths linked to oysters from Louisiana, a result of infection by Vibrio vulnificus. This bacteria, often called ‘flesh-eating,’ thrives in warm coastal waters, and sadly, its presence seems to be increasing. What is Vibrio vulnificus? Vibrio vulnificus is a bacterium naturally found in certain coastal environments, particularly … Read more