Florida health officials confirm fifth death from flesh-eating bacteria in 2026
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What happenedA Florida resident has died from Vibrio vulnificus, marking the Tampa Bay area's first fatality due to the flesh-eating bacteria in 2026, per state health officials.
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CenterFlorida health officials confirm fifth death from flesh-eating bacteria in 2026
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Florida health officials confirm fifth death from flesh-eating bacteria in 2026
A Florida resident has died from Vibrio vulnificus, marking the Tampa Bay area's first fatality due to the flesh-eating bacteria in 2026, per state health officials.
