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Fourth Florida resident dies after contracting flesh-eating bacteria linked to oysters

Florida reports fourth Vibrio vulnificus death in 2026 as health officials warn about raw oysters, contaminated water and severe infections.

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Fourth Florida resident dies after contracting flesh-eating bacteria linked to oysters
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Florida reports fourth Vibrio vulnificus death in 2026 as health officials warn about raw oysters, contaminated water and severe infections.

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