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Beachgoers on the Atlantic seaboard are getting sick. Learn about the bacteria that can turn deadly.
It starts with a tiny scrape. Then come the blisters, fever, and pain. This summer, a rare but deadly bacteria called Vibrio vulnificus is infecting swimmers who enter brackish water with open wounds—and health officials say the symptoms can turn life-threatening in just 48 hours. Here’s what to look for, who’s at risk, and how to stay safe without skipping your beach plans.
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