Vibrio

Vibrio Cases in St. Mary’s County Are on the Rise! Here’s What You Need to Know to Protect Yourself and Your Family!

Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls,Vibrio | October 12, 2025

Health officials have reported a rise in Vibrio cases in St. Mary’s County. Ongoing reports of Vibrio illnesses reported to St. Mary’s County Health Department (SMCHD) have prompted a public safety alert. How do you get Vibrio infections? How serious… read more

A Case of Vibrio at Lam’s Seafood Asian Market Prompts King County Foodborne Illness Announcement

Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls,Vibrio | October 1, 2025

A case of Vibrio at Lam’s Seafood Asian Market in Seattle has the King County Public Health Department warning residents. While the warmer months are coming to a close, raw oysters are still vulnerable to foodborne pathogens. Vibrio, norovirus, and… read more

At Least 7 Dead and Nearly 100 Gulf Coast Vibrio Cases Confirmed. Florida, Louisiana, and Texas Impacted!

Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls,Vibrio | August 31, 2025

Several Gulf coast Vibrio cases and deaths have been caused oysters and wound exposure. So far, Florida, Louisiana, and Texas have been impacted. State and local health officials are monitoring the situation. Here’s what we know about Gulf coast Vibrio… read more

Contaminated Saline Associated with Death

Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls,Vibrio | September 7, 2024

Medical-grade saline and sterile water products are associated with at least one death, says U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Adverse Event Report. Lawsuits likely. Here’s what we know about the situation. FDA Receives MedWatch Report Associated with Potentially Contaminated… read more

YouTuber Billy LeBlanc Falls Ill and Girlfriend Natalie Clark Dies of Vibrio Infection from Raw Oysters

Our Blog,Vibrio | August 18, 2024

YouTuber and social media influencer Billy LeBlanc fell ill, and his girlfriend, Natalie Clark died of Vibrio infection from raw oysters. Despite their popularity, Vibrio infections are a serious and potentially deadly concern associated with raw oysters. Both consuming them… read more

Experts Warn of Deadly Vibrio Bacteria Moving North

Our Blog,Vibrio | May 10, 2024

Experts warn that the deadly Vibrio bacteria moving North may increase risk of cases in areas not commonly associated with the infection. Is climate change to blame? What is Vibrio? Vibrio vulnificus, or more commonly referred to as Vibrio or… read more

Could Freezing Oysters Reduce the Risk of Vibrio Infections?

Outbreaks & Recalls,Vibrio | April 11, 2024

Could freezing oysters reduce the risk of Vibrio infections? Scientists say, yes! The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that around 80,000 people become sick with vibriosis – the illness associated with Vibrio bacterial infections – in the… read more

CDC Warns Three Eastern U.S. States About Recent Uptick of Flesh Eating Bacteria called Vibrio vulnificus

Our Blog,Vibrio | March 14, 2024

Cases of Vibria vulnificus, commonly known as the flesh eating bacteria are on the rise in three eastern U.S. States. Most notably during the heat waves experienced between July through August 2023, says a Center for Disease Control and Prevention… read more

Incubation Period for Vibrio

Vibrio | February 1, 2024

The incubation period for Vibrio infections can vary depending on the specific species of Vibrio and the circumstances of exposure, but ranges from 4 to 96 hours. Incubation Period Overview Understanding the incubation period for Vibrio infections is crucial for… read more

3 Sick and 1 Death – Vibrio in Connecticut

Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls,Vibrio | August 16, 2023

The Connecticut Department of Health (DPH) issued a Press Release on July 28, 2023, warning residents about a severe Vibrio infection outbreak detected in the state that has sickened at least 3 and caused 1 death so far. The Outbreak… read more