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Coverage dated August 12, 2026 to August 13, 2026

Travel Warning: Rare, flesh-eating bacteria kills at least 7 in 2 states

Headline from The Oregonian

Health officials are warning the public to stay alert in warm, coastal waters after a rare, flesh-eating bacterial infection killed at least seven people across two states

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  1. Money Talks News

    Deaths From Rare Flesh-Eating Bacteria Reported in These 2 States (opens Money Talks News)

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    The infection can turn deadly within days, but simple precautions around raw shellfish and coastal water can sharply reduce your risk.

  2. The Oregonian

    Travel Warning: Rare, flesh-eating bacteria kills at least 7 in 2 states (opens The Oregonian)

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    Health officials are warning the public to stay alert in warm, coastal waters after a rare, flesh-eating bacterial infection killed at least seven people across two states

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