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Flesh-eating’ bacteria warning — should Galveston beachgoers be concerned?

Flesh-eating’ bacteria warning — should Galveston beachgoers be concerned?
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If you’re planning a trip to the beach, this is something worth keeping on your radar. Louisiana health officials are warning about a spike in Vibrio vulnificus — a rare but dangerous bacteria found in Gulf waters sometimes referred to as “flesh-eating” bacteria. Louisiana has confirmed nine case...

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