Flesh-eating bacteria kills fifth person this year in Louisiana
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Five people in Louisiana have died this year after contracting a flesh-eating bacteria. The bacteria live in coastal waters and can infect people through open wounds or when a person eats raw or undercooked seafood. health
Breakdown
- Louisiana has recorded 26 cases and five deaths from Vibrio bacteria this year.
- The bacteria infects people through open wounds in water or by eating contaminated seafood. 8s
- Immunocompromised individuals are at higher risk of severe infection. 1m 46s
- Cases have also been reported in Alabama, Mississippi, and along the US East Coast. 2m 8s
- Health officials advise caution, especially during warmer months when Vibrio is more prevalent. 1m 13s