The bacteria, Vibrio vulnificus, most often causes infection through open wounds and the consumption of undercooked or raw seafood.

Thirteen people have been infected with Vibrio vulnificus, the so-called "fleshing-eating" bacteria, according to a report.

Eleven people have been infected with Vibrio vulnificus, the so-called "fleshing-eating" bacteria, including one in Bay ...

In Florida, four people have died this year after they were exposed to Vibrio vulnificus, a rare but deadly bacteria found in ...

Eleven people in Florida, including one in Lee County, have contracted Vibrio vulnificus, the so-called "flesh-eating" ...

Vibrio vulnificus, the so-called "flesh-eating bacteria," can have horrifying and even fatal effects on humans. Symptoms, how to avoid it.

The Florida Department of Health released its 2025 report on Vibrio vulnificus. It's a type of flesh-eating bacteria found in ...

Infections that enter the bloodstream are fatal about 50 percent of the time. Some who contract the infection die within days.

Four people in Florida have died this year from bacterial infections that can cause “flesh-eating” wounds, according to the state’s health department. NBC News’ George Solis has more on what causes ...

In Florida, four people have died this year after they were exposed to Vibrio vulnificus, a rare but deadly bacteria found in warm coastal waters.

Nearby Manatee County has had one case of flesh-eating bacteria so far in 2018, but it was not deadly, officials said. Raw oysters are pictured in an undated stock photo.