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Vibrio vulnificus outbreak in Louisiana

Rising cases of flesh-eating Vibrio vulnificus bacteria in Louisiana Gulf Coast waters are causing deaths and prompting public health warnings.

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How the narrative developed 3 stories

  1. Aug 8
  2. HealthRunning 1d

    Louisiana reports surge in deadly Vibrio vulnificus infections on Gulf Coast

    Health officials warn beachgoers to take precautions as Louisiana confirms nine cases with five deaths this year.

    Peak 3 items in one 2h at Aug 8, 11 AM; 11 items over 2 days 11 items0 engagement3 sources
  3. Running 19h

    Flesh-eating bacteria found in US waters, expert warns

    Peak 1 item in one 2h at Aug 8, 11 AM; 2 items over 2 days 2 items0 engagement1 source
  4. Aug 7
  5. HealthRunning 1d

    Louisiana reports 5 deaths from Vibrio vulnificus flesh-eating bacteria outbreak

    State health officials warn of unusual spike in infections linked to warm seawater exposure.

    Peak 12 items in one 2h at Aug 8, 11 AM; 24 items over 2 days 24 items585 engagement5 sources