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3 cases of ‘flesh eating’ bacteria reported in MS amid deadly surge. What to know
By Natalie Demaree
August 11, 2026 5:00 AM
...How many vibriosis cases have been reported in MS?
According to the MSDH, 29 vibriosis cases have been reported this year, down 11 cases from this time last year.
Three of the reported cases are Vibrio vulnificus, commonly called “flesh eating” bacteria, officials said. No deaths related to the infection have been reported this year.
“The majority of cases, 62%, have occurred in the lower six counties,” officials said...
3 cases of ‘flesh eating’ bacteria reported in MS amid deadly surge. What to know
By Natalie Demaree
August 11, 2026 5:00 AM
...How many vibriosis cases have been reported in MS?
According to the MSDH, 29 vibriosis cases have been reported this year, down 11 cases from this time last year.
Three of the reported cases are Vibrio vulnificus, commonly called “flesh eating” bacteria, officials said. No deaths related to the infection have been reported this year.
“The majority of cases, 62%, have occurred in the lower six counties,” officials said...