2nd person dies in Florida from 'flesh-eating' bacteria found in oysters and swimming water: How to reduce your risk of a Vibrio vulnificus infection

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1. Thu, 6 August 2026

   5 reports
   • Google News - Top Stories14:26
     2nd person dies in Florida from 'flesh-eating' bacteria found in oysters and swimming water: How to reduce your risk of a Vibrio vulnificus infection

     2nd person dies in Florida from 'flesh-eating' bacteria found in oysters and swimming water: How to reduce your risk of a Vibrio vulnificus infection Yahoo Flesh-eating bacteria has killed 5 in Louisiana this year, officials say CBS News What to Know About the ‘Flesh-Eating’ Bacteria That Killed Someone in Florida Time Magazine What you need to know about the rise of Vibrio vulnificus infections in Louisiana WDSU Deadly bacteria lurks in Louisiana’s coastal waters, health officials warn...

   • Google News - Top Stories19:45
     5 dead, 4 hospitalized from Vibrio, a flesh-eating bacteria found in coastal Louisiana waters

     5 dead, 4 hospitalized from Vibrio, a flesh-eating bacteria found in coastal Louisiana waters NOLA.com Flesh-eating bacteria has killed 5 in Louisiana this year, officials say CBS News What to Know About the ‘Flesh-Eating’ Bacteria That Killed Someone in Florida Time Magazine 5 Louisiana residents infected with flesh-eating bacteria in 2026 have died New York Post 2nd person dies in Florida from 'flesh-eating' bacteria found in oysters and swimming water: How to reduce your risk of a Vibrio...

   • Google News - Top Stories22:00
     Flesh-eating bacteria has killed 5 in Louisiana this year, officials say

     Flesh-eating bacteria has killed 5 in Louisiana this year, officials say CBS News 5 dead, 4 hospitalized from Vibrio, a flesh-eating bacteria found in coastal Louisiana waters NOLA.com What you need to know about the rise of Vibrio vulnificus infections in Louisiana after 5 deaths WDSU 5 Louisiana residents infected with flesh-eating bacteria in 2026 have died New York Post What to Know About the ‘Flesh-Eating’ Bacteria That Killed Someone in Florida Time Magazine

   • cbsnews.com22:00first to report
     Flesh-eating bacteria has killed 5 in Louisiana this year, officials say

     A flesh-eating bacteria found in warm coastal waters is responsible for at least five deaths so far this year in Louisiana, state health officials reported Thursday.

   • nypost.com22:22
     5 Louisiana residents infected with flesh-eating bacteria in 2026 have died
     4 reprints

     • weau.com7 Aug, 15:35their copy
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2. Fri, 7 August 2026

   4 reports
   • Google News - Top Stories09:52
     Louisiana reporting at least 5 deaths from flesh-eating bacteria in seawater - ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos

     Louisiana reporting at least 5 deaths from flesh-eating bacteria in seawater ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos What you need to know about the rise of Vibrio vulnificus infections in Louisiana after 5 deaths WDSU Flesh-eating bacteria have killed 5 in Louisiana this year, officials say CBS News 5 dead, 4 hospitalized from Vibrio, a flesh-eating bacteria found in coastal Louisiana waters NOLA.com What to Know About the ‘Flesh-Eating’ Bacteria That Killed Someone in Florida Time...

   • Google News - Top Stories15:35
     5 dead, 4 hospitalized from flesh-eating bacteria outbreak, health officials say - ky3.com

     5 dead, 4 hospitalized from flesh-eating bacteria outbreak, health officials say ky3.com Louisiana reporting at least 5 deaths from flesh-eating bacteria in seawater ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos Beachgoers warned after deadly 'flesh-eating' bacteria kills 5 in southern state foxnews.com What you need to know about the rise of Vibrio vulnificus infections in Louisiana after 5 deaths wdsu.com Florida Confirms Second Death This Year from Flesh-Eating Bacteria Linked to Oysters...

   • Google News - Top Stories19:22
     Beachgoers warned after deadly 'flesh-eating' bacteria kills 5 in southern state

     Beachgoers warned after deadly 'flesh-eating' bacteria kills 5 in southern state Fox News Louisiana reporting at least 5 deaths from flesh-eating bacteria in seawater ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos 5 dead, 4 hospitalized from flesh-eating bacteria outbreak, health officials say KY3 What you need to know about the rise of Vibrio vulnificus infections in Louisiana after 5 deaths WDSU Florida Confirms Second Death This Year from Flesh-Eating Bacteria Linked to Oysters and Beaches...

   • wondradio.com22:00
     Louisiana reporting at least 5 deaths from flesh-eating bacteria in seawater

     Vibrio vulnificus bacterium. (Quantico69/Getty Images)(NEW YORK) -- Louisiana health officials on Thursday urged residents to take precautions following an uptick in severe cases of a type of dangerous flesh-eating bacteria Vibrio vulnificus.So far this year, the state has reported nine cases, five of them fatal. During the same period in previous years, Louisiana averaged seven cases and one death.The Louisiana Department of Health said all nine cases reported this year were linked to wounds...

     3 reprints

     • ksyl.com7 Aug, 22:00their copy
     • abc11.com8 Aug, 16:19their copy
     • abc7chicago.com8 Aug, 16:19their copy
3. Sat, 8 August 2026

   6 reports
   • weartv.com14:08
     5 dead, 4 hospitalized in Louisiana from flesh-eating bacteria outbreak: health officials

     A rare bacteria found in warm coastal waters has killed five people in Louisiana so far in 2026, with state health officials warning residents to take notice.

     10 reprints

     • nbc16.com8 Aug, 14:08their copy
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   • Google News - Top Stories15:37
     5 dead from rare flesh-eating bacteria in Louisiana

     5 dead from rare flesh-eating bacteria in Louisiana USA Today 5 dead, 4 hospitalized from flesh-eating bacteria outbreak, health officials say KY3 5 dead, 4 hospitalized in Louisiana from flesh-eating bacteria outbreak: health officials KOMO Louisiana reporting at least 5 deaths from flesh-eating bacteria in seawater ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos 29 Vibrio cases reported in Mississippi WJTV

   • independent.co.uk16:34
     Beachgoers on edge after ‘flesh-eating’ bacteria kills five down south

     The number of reported infections this year is significantly higher than average

   • newsweek.com16:40
     Deadly 'flesh-eating' bacteria kills 6 as alerts issued in multiple states

     Health officials have urged caution around coastal waters and raw oysters amid deadly Vibrio vulnificus infections.

   • Google News - Top Stories17:16
     Outbreak of Vibrio Vulnificus, a Flesh-Eating Bacteria, Kills 5 in Louisiana

     Outbreak of Vibrio Vulnificus, a Flesh-Eating Bacteria, Kills 5 in Louisiana The New York Times 5 dead, 4 hospitalized from flesh-eating bacteria outbreak, health officials say KY3 5 dead, 4 hospitalized in Louisiana from flesh-eating bacteria outbreak: health officials KOMO Louisiana reporting at least 5 deaths from flesh-eating bacteria in seawater ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos 5 dead from rare flesh-eating bacteria in Louisiana USA Today

   • Google News - Top Stories19:35
     Louisiana warns against flesh-eating bacteria after five deaths

     Louisiana warns against flesh-eating bacteria after five deaths NBC News 5 dead, 4 hospitalized from flesh-eating bacteria outbreak, health officials say FOX Carolina News Outbreak of Vibrio Vulnificus, a Flesh-Eating Bacteria, Kills 5 in Louisiana The New York Times 5 dead, 4 hospitalized in Louisiana from flesh-eating bacteria outbreak: health officials KOMO 29 Vibrio cases reported in Mississippi WJTV

4. Sun, 9 August 2026

   4 reports
   • forbes.com12:29
     Flesh-Eating Bacteria Louisiana Outbreak: 5 Dead Via Vibrio Vulnificus

     So far in 2026, Louisiana has already had 9 cases of people being infected by Vibrio vulnificus, dubbed a flesh-eating bacteria. Maryland has had 29, and Florida 2 deaths

   • PBS NewsHour17:35
     Health officials urge caution for Gulf Coast beachgoers during surge of deadly bacterial infections

     Louisiana has confirmed nine cases of Vibrio vulnificus infections this year, the state's health department said last week in a news release. All were hospitalized, and five died.

     1 reprint

     • The Guardian World10 Aug, 12:58their copy
   • Google News - Top Stories17:57
     Florida reports another death from flesh-eating bacteria Vibrio vulnificus

     Florida reports another death from flesh-eating bacteria Vibrio vulnificus WFLA Outbreak of Vibrio Vulnificus, a Flesh-Eating Bacteria, Kills 5 in Louisiana The New York Times Health officials urge caution for Gulf Coast beachgoers during surge of deadly bacterial infections apnews.com Louisiana warns against flesh-eating bacteria after five deaths NBC News 'Flesh-eating' bacteria kills 7 in Gulf Coast states. What to know about Vibrio vulnificus. WUSA9

   • Google News - Top Stories22:36
     Marion County resident dies after contracting rare Vibrio infection, FDOH says

     Marion County resident dies after contracting rare Vibrio infection, FDOH says WESH Outbreak of Vibrio Vulnificus, a Flesh-Eating Bacteria, Kills 5 in Louisiana The New York Times Louisiana health officials warn of vibrio case rise Axios Louisiana warns against flesh-eating bacteria after five deaths NBC News Health officials urge caution for Gulf Coast beachgoers during surge of deadly bacterial infections AP News

5. Mon, 10 August 2026

   4 reports
   • Google News - Top Stories14:05
     Louisiana warns beachgoers amid surge in flesh-eating bacteria infections

     Louisiana warns beachgoers amid surge in flesh-eating bacteria infections The Guardian Outbreak of Vibrio Vulnificus, a Flesh-Eating Bacteria, Kills 5 in Louisiana The New York Times Louisiana warns against flesh-eating bacteria after five deaths NBC News Health officials urge caution for Gulf Coast beachgoers during surge of deadly bacterial infections AP News Flesh-eating bacteria kill at least 7 along Gulf Coast. Here's how to protect yourself. CBS News

   • Google News - Top Stories15:05
     Flesh-eating bacteria kill at least 7 along Gulf Coast. Here's how to protect yourself.

     Flesh-eating bacteria kill at least 7 along Gulf Coast. Here's how to protect yourself. CBS News Outbreak of Vibrio Vulnificus, a Flesh-Eating Bacteria, Kills 5 in Louisiana The New York Times Louisiana warns beachgoers amid surge in flesh-eating bacteria infections The Guardian Louisiana warns against flesh-eating bacteria after five deaths NBC News Florida reports another death from flesh-eating bacteria Vibrio vulnificus WFLA

   • iRozhlas (Czechia)18:20
     Louisiana varuje před masožravými bakteriemi. Letos se v moři nakazilo devět lidí, pět z nich zemřelo

     Americký stát Louisiana varuje návštěvníky pláží před infekcemi způsobenými masožravými bakteriemi. Stát už letos potvrdil devět případů, včetně pěti úmrtí, způsobených bakteriemi rodu Vibrio vulnificus, které se rozmnožují v mořské vodě

   • Google News - Top Stories22:43
     Louisiana warns of rise in flesh-eating bacteria infections

     Louisiana warns of rise in flesh-eating bacteria infections The Washington Post Outbreak of Vibrio Vulnificus, a Flesh-Eating Bacteria, Kills 5 in Louisiana The New York Times UF developing AI tool to detect water bacteria FOX 13 Tampa Bay Louisiana warns against flesh-eating bacteria after five deaths NBC News Health officials urge caution for Gulf Coast beachgoers during surge of deadly bacterial infections AP News

6. Tue, 11 August 2026

   6 reports
   • ANSA (Italy)08:27
     Allarme per il batterio mangiacarne a Messina, di che cosa si tratta

     Si riduce a zero evitando il bagno con ferite aperte e il consumo di frutti di mare crudi

   • Google News - Top Stories10:05
     Flesh-eating bacteria puts liver disease, immune compromised patients at risk

     Flesh-eating bacteria puts liver disease, immune compromised patients at risk NewsNation Flesh-eating bacteria kill at least 7 along Gulf Coast. Here's how to protect yourself. CBS News Outbreak of Vibrio Vulnificus, a Flesh-Eating Bacteria, Kills 5 in Louisiana The New York Times Louisiana warns beachgoers amid surge in flesh-eating bacteria infections The Guardian Louisiana warns of rise in flesh-eating bacteria infections The Washington Post

   • Google News - Top Stories12:40
     Louisiana officials urge caution after 5 confirmed deaths from flesh-eating bacteria

     Louisiana officials urge caution after 5 confirmed deaths from flesh-eating bacteria FOX Weather Outbreak of Vibrio Vulnificus, a Flesh-Eating Bacteria, Kills 5 in Louisiana The New York Times Health officials urge caution for Gulf Coast beachgoers during surge of deadly bacterial infections PBS Vibrio vulnificus infections rising along Gulf Coast; doctors urge wound precautions WEAR-TV Flesh-eating bacteria kill at least 7 along Gulf Coast. Here's how to protect yourself. CBS News

   • Google News - Top Stories18:13
     Death toll from flesh-eating bacteria rises: These are the Vibrio warning signs to watch for

     Death toll from flesh-eating bacteria rises: These are the Vibrio warning signs to watch for The Hill Outbreak of Vibrio Vulnificus, a Flesh-Eating Bacteria, Kills 5 in Louisiana The New York Times Health officials urge caution for Gulf Coast beachgoers during surge of deadly bacterial infections PBS Louisiana officials urge caution after 5 confirmed deaths from flesh-eating bacteria FOX Weather Flesh-eating bacteria kill at least 7 along Gulf Coast. Here's how to protect yourself. cbsnews.com

   • The Hill18:13
     Death toll from flesh-eating bacteria rises: These are the Vibrio warning signs to watch for

     Beachgoers in several southern states have been warned to proceed with caution after several more deaths were reported in people who contracted vibriosis, an infection from a bacteria that can cause "flesh-eating" disease.

   • Google News - Top Stories21:07
     Flesh-eating bacteria are devouring limbs in warming waters worldwide − here’s how to protect yourself

     Flesh-eating bacteria are devouring limbs in warming waters worldwide − here’s how to protect yourself The Conversation Outbreak of Vibrio Vulnificus, a Flesh-Eating Bacteria, Kills 5 in Louisiana The New York Times Louisiana officials urge caution after 5 confirmed deaths from flesh-eating bacteria FOX Weather Flesh-eating bacteria kill at least 7 along Gulf Coast. Here's how to protect yourself. CBS News Florida reports second death from Vibrio vulnificus bacteria, two cases in Lee County...

7. Wed, 12 August 2026

   2 reports
   • Google News - Top Stories21:17
     Deaths from rare flesh-eating bacteria reported in these 2 states

     Deaths from rare flesh-eating bacteria reported in these 2 states Yahoo Health Flesh-eating bacteria is on the rise in Maryland. Here are some tips to avoid infection. CBS News Florida reports another death from flesh-eating bacteria Vibrio vulnificus WFLA Flesh-eating’ bacteria warning — should Galveston beachgoers be concerned? Click2Houston Vibrio vulnificus infections rising along Gulf Coast; doctors urge wound precautions WEAR-TV

   • click2houston.com21:38
     Flesh-eating’ bacteria warning — should Galveston beachgoers be concerned?

     If you’re planning a trip to the beach, this is something worth keeping on your radar.

8. Thu, 13 August 2026

   1 report
   • Google News - Top Stories18:43
     Travel Warning: Rare, flesh-eating bacteria kills at least 7 in 2 states

     Travel Warning: Rare, flesh-eating bacteria kills at least 7 in 2 states NJ.com Flesh-eating bacteria is on the rise in Maryland. Here are some tips to avoid infection. CBS News Alabama Public Health officials issue warning over flesh-eating bacteria along Gulf Coast WSFA Flesh-eating’ bacteria warning — should Galveston beachgoers be concerned? Click2Houston Calcasieu Parish Coroner issues public health warning over deadly bacteria found in local waters KPLC 7 News

9. Tue, 18 August 2026

   1 report
   • theepochtimes.com17:25
     Health Officials Report More Cases of Flesh-Eating Beach Bacteria

     Authorities in two Gulf states, Louisiana and Florida, confirmed 25 cases this year.

10. Wed, 19 August 2026

    1 report
    • Google News - Top Stories16:07
      Louisiana resident infected with potentially fatal brain-eating infection

      Louisiana resident infected with potentially fatal brain-eating infection NOLA.com Louisiana resident contracts brain-eating amoeba. Here's what you need to know WDSU Naegleria fowleri infection confirmed in Louisiana Outbreak News Today The lethal ‘brain-eating’ organism that lurks in warm water around the world BBC Wildlife Magazine Ruston child hospitalized with brain-eating amoeba Louisiana Illuminator

11. Sat, 22 August 2026

    1 report
    • Novinky (Czechia)09:11
      Američan se nakazil při koupání v jezeře amébou požírající mozek

      Obyvatel amerického státu Louisiana se nakazil takzvanou mozek požírající amébou poté, co jel na výlet a vykoupal se v jezeře Claiborne ve státě Louisiana. Teď bojuje v nemocnici o život.

12. Mon, 24 August 2026

    1 report
    • The Hill19:25
      3rd person dies from flesh-eating bacteria in Florida

      At least two deaths caused by Vibriosis have been reported each year in Florida since 2017.

13. Fri, 28 August 2026

    1 report
    • independent.co.uk09:52edited after publishing
      Eighth person dies from flesh-eating bacteria in Gulf Coast states

      previouslyEighth person dies from flesh-eating bacteria linked to oysters in US

      One in five people die from infections of vibriosis which can lead to blistering skin lesions and septic shock, as well as rapid tissue death that forces amputations

14. Wed, 2 September 2026

    1 report
    • kalb.com19:19
      Child diagnosed with Shigella after swimming in Cotile Lake

      A child has been diagnosed with Shigella after swimming in Cotile Lake on August 29.