University of Toronto researchers have discovered nine new genes used by bacteria to protect themselves against phages—viruses that infect them. In a study published in Nature Microbiology, the ...

GALVESTON – The Galveston County Health District has issued a public health alert due to an increase in Vibrio bacteria infections, a group of bacteria commonly found in marine environments. Vibrio ...

A public health alert has been issued by the Galveston County Health District warning of an increase in flesh-eating bacteria-related illnesses after surveillance found cases from Galveston Beach.

Researchers have called for more focus on Vibrio infections in Australia because of the potential impact of climate factors and a growing industry. Australia currently produces almost 8,900 tons of ...

Researchers have developed a groundbreaking point-of-care detection method for Vibrio parahaemolyticus, a bacterium responsible for a significant number of foodborne illnesses. The new platform, ...

Researchers have been unable to pinpoint the source of a Vibrio parahaemolyticus outbreak in China this past year. In May 2021, an outbreak occurred caused by Vibrio parahaemolyticus O10:K4 infection.

A systematic framework combining detection methodologies, risk assessment, and control measures for managing Vibrio parahaemolyticus contamination in seafood. The diagram outlines molecular, ...

A Journal mBio study confirmed Hurricane Ian, which struck Southwest Florida in September 2022, unleashed various Vibrio bacteria that can cause illness and death in humans. The study, conducted in ...