Dr. Barry Dworkin

CDC advisory for travellers and residents to be aware of a bacterium that thrives in warm oceans and brackish water. It can infect open sores and cuts and via improperly cooked contaminated food. Rate remains low but infections are catastrophic.

Medical Mythbusting Commentary for September 27, 2023

Source:
Flesh-eating bacteria infections on the rise. Here’s how to protect yourself

Reference:
Climate warming and increasing Vibrio vulnificus infections in North America

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