Climate change is putting Europeans at an increased risk of contracting Vibrio-related infections, according to an assessment recently released by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).
Warming sea temperatures are expecting to increase the prevalence of the bacteria in seafood, especially in low-salinity or brackish waters, with a rise in antimicrobial resistance among the species creating additional cause for concern.
Vibrio bacteria, traditionally a problem in tropical and subtropical regions, can cause a range of illnesses, from mild gastroenteritis and ear infections to life-threatening conditions like sepsis.
Experts in Europe are calling for proper surveillance, funded research, and public awareness campaigns.
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