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Flesh-Eating Bacteria Outbreak Spreads

Updated 2026-08-11 18:55 UTC 2 sources Negative

The death toll from vibriosis, a flesh-eating bacteria infection, has risen as beachgoers in several southern states are warned to be cautious. Health officials urge vigilance for warning signs of the disease.

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The Hill
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.
2026-08-11 18:13 UTC
MarketWatch
The “compassionate allowances” list speeds consideration for benefits.
2026-08-11 18:40 UTC
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