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First death of 2026 from rare, flesh-eating bacteria reported in South Florida, state health officials say

First death of 2026 from rare, flesh-eating bacteria reported in South Florida, state health officials say
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Health officials in Florida have confirmed the state's first death from a rare, flesh-eating bacteria of 2026 as a resident right here in South Florida. According to data from the Florida Department of Health, a person from Palm Beach County was reported dead on July 30 after being diagnosed with Vi

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