CDC: Bacteria That Causes Melioidosis Now Endemic Along Gulf Coast - Health.com


7/29/2022 12:00:00 AM3 years 7 months ago
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The bacteria that causes melioidosis, a rare but serious disease, is now considered endemic along parts of the Gulf Coast region, the CDC said Wednesday. What to know about melioidosis symptoms, treatment, and prevention.

A new environmental bacteria has been found in U.S. soil and water for the first time, and in some cases it can cause a rare but serious disease called melioidosis, the Centers for Disease Control an… [+7242 chars]

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