Vibrio Infections Surge in St. Mary's

Vibrio Infections Surge in St. Mary's

LEONARDTOWN, Md. — The St. Mary’s County Health Department reported an increase in Vibrio infections this year compared to previous periods, prompting officials to issue guidance on preventive steps for residents engaging in water activities or handling raw seafood. The advisory, released October 7, 2025, highlights risks associated with brackish waters like those in the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries, where the bacteria thrive in warmer mon…

St. Mary's County Experiencing Increased Number Of Vibrio Cases - The BayNet

LEONARDTOWN, Md. – Ongoing reports of illness in St. Mary’s County to the St. Mary’s County Health Department (SMCHD) suggest the county is experiencing more cases of Vibrio infection than in prior years. SMCHD advises community members to take preventive measures when recreating or working in natural waters and when handling raw seafood.Vibrio are bacteria that occur naturally in brackish water such as the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries, an…

St. Mary’s County Experiencing Increased Number of Vibrio Cases

St. Mary's County Experiencing Increased Number of Vibrio Cases LEONARDTOWN, MD (October 7, 2025) – Ongoing reports of illness in St. Mary’s County to the St. Mary’s County Health Department (SMCHD) suggest the county is experiencing more cases of Vibrio infection than in prior years. SMCHD advises community members to take preventive measures when recreating or working in natural waters and when handling raw seafood. Vi…