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Health officials urge caution for Gulf Coast beachgoers during surge of deadly bacterial infections

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Health officials in Louisiana are urging beachgoers to take precautions during a summertime surge in infections from a flesh-eating bacteria found in coastal waters.

​ Health officials in Louisiana are urging beachgoers to take precautions during a summertime surge in infections from a flesh-eating bacteria found in coastal waters. Read More Breaking News, Latest News and Videos | CNN 

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