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Wet Markets Offer Fresh Access to Seafood, But Are They Safer?

Our Blog | June 10, 2025

Wet markets are hugely popular in places around the world. When it comes to seafood, its popularity is even growing in the U.S. Keeping your seafood alive until you are ready for it implies that in addition to it being… 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

Are Raw Oysters Safe to Eat?

Our Blog | July 7, 2024

Raw oysters are a cult classic. Either you love them or hate them. Those that love them have strong feelings. Those that hate them have equally strong feelings. But are they safe to eat? According to the U.S. Food and… 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

A Quick Diagnosis Could Save Your Life

Vibrio | September 13, 2018

I’m going to be honest…I kind of hate going to the doctor. There’s something about the waiting room in the lobby and the examination room behind those closed doors, where you wait, and wait, and wait, without ever being 100%… read more