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Understanding vibrio vulnificus risks along the gulf coast
Vibrio vulnificus is a bacteria found in warm coastal waters. Learn how to protect yourself from infection through proper wound care and food safety.
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Groundwork ResearcherVibrio vulnificus is a serious but rare infection contracted via open wounds in warm, brackish water or by eating raw shellfish. If you have a compromised immune system, avoid raw oysters and keep open wounds out of coastal waters. If symptoms like rapid swelling or fever develop after exposure, seek medical care immediately.
Vibrio vulnificus is a bacteria found in warm coastal waters. Learn how to protect yourself from infection through proper wound care and food safety.