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What’s behind the surge of flesh-eating bacteria on the Gulf Coast? - NOLA.com

A deadly “flesh-eating” bacteria is turning up more often in Gulf Coast waters and sometimes in raw oysters. Here’s what to know to stay safe.

By:Emily Woodruff
Source:NOLA.com
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What’s behind the surge of flesh-eating bacteria on the Gulf Coast? - NOLA.com
Once inside, it multiplies rapidly and releases toxins that kill cells and break down tissue, causing severe damage. Vibrio vulnificus is a "rare but very serious infection," said Dr. Norman Beatty,… [+609 chars]

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