In the past 2 years, 5 cases of Vibrio vulnificus, a flesh-eating bacterial infection spread by handling or eating contaminated seafood, have been tied to Delaware Bay, where water temperatures have been on the rise in recent years, according to a study
Climate change may lead to unlikely illnesses in unexpected places, new research suggests: In the past two years, five cases of Vibrio vulnificus, a flesh-eating bacterial infection spread by handling or eating contaminated seafood, have been tied to Delaware Bay, where water temperatures have been on the rise in recent years, according to a study.
What you should know about Vibrio bacteriaThese five patients were treated at one New Jersey hospital and serve as a warning that flesh-eroding bacterial infections are now occurring outside the traditional geographic boundaries, the authors said. "It is important for physicians -- who may have never seen this infection before in their medical practice -- to have some awareness," co-author Dr.
One way to stay safe is to thoroughly cook shellfish before eating, Spann said. Doktor agreed, adding,"Anyone with cuts, sores or broken skin or with immunocompromised conditions who notice changes or the appearance of infection after spending time in the water should seek medical attention promptly as early medical is key to the best outcomes."
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