Florida Deaths Associated with Eating Raw Shellfish
Just last summer, five Floridians died from an infection associated with eating raw shellfish. So, as spring is around the corner and summer will follow soon after, we wanted to make sure everyone was aware. From the article: “The Vibrio bacteria is found in the Gulf of Mexico. Marine creatures such as crabs, scallops and mollusks can carry the infection and then pass it on when they’re eaten raw or undercooked. The bacteria can also enter the body if a swimmer has an open wound. Symptoms of Vibrio vulnificus are usually gastrointestinal unless the bacteria enters through a wound,...
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