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What is causing Florida beachgoer deaths
Last year saw 19 deaths and 82 cases, a significant increase attributed to late-season hurricanes Milton and Helene, which caused saltwater to move inland.
Vibrio vulnificus infections, though rare, can be fatal, especially for those with weakened immune systems, and can lead to severe outcomes like amputation.
The bacterium naturally occurs in brackish seawater and spreads through open cuts or by consuming raw shellfish, particularly oysters.
Experts warn that climate change exacerbates these risks, and recent research indicates Vibrio pathogens are adapting to stick to microplastics and sargassum blooms.
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