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Teen Fighting for Life After Catching ‘Flesh-Eating’ Bacteria From Florida Park

Joziah Thompson, 17, is in critical condition after contracting flesh-eating bacteria. He was swimming at a park in Niceville, Florida, when the infection entered through a small scratch on his leg.

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The specific bacteria causing the infection has been identified as Vibrio vulnificus.

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  1. Florida Teen Hospitalized With Vibrio Vulnificus Infection

    Joziah Thompson, 17, is in critical condition after contracting flesh-eating bacteria. He was swimming at a park in Niceville, Florida, when the infection entered through a small scratch on his leg.

    What's confirmed:

    • Joziah Thompson is 17 years old.
    • Thompson contracted flesh-eating bacteria after swimming at a park in Niceville, Florida.
    • The infection entered through a minor scratch on his leg.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The bacteria is Vibrio vulnificus.
    confidence 90%

  2. Florida Teen Hospitalized With Vibrio Vulnificus After Park Outing

    Joziah Thompson, 17, is fighting for his life after contracting flesh-eating bacteria. He was swimming with siblings at a park in Niceville when he picked up a small scratch on his leg. The infection became a life-threatening emergency within two days.

    What's confirmed:

    • Joziah Thompson is 17 years old.
    • The teen contracted Vibrio vulnificus after swimming at a park in Niceville, Florida.
    • The infection entered through a minor scratch on the teen's leg.
    • The condition became a life-threatening emergency within two days of swimming.
    • The teen was swimming with his siblings when the injury occurred.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The teen is facing potential amputation.
    • Vibrio vulnificus infections are becoming more common over time.
    confidence 90%