Global Warming: Turning the Tide on Dangerous Infections

Cases of Vibrio vulnificus, a “flesh-eating” bacterium, are on the rise, and scientists say that global warming is to blame. How is climate change related to the spread of disease, and what parts of the world are at risk? This article provides a detailed explanation of how global warming, oceanic heat capacity, and shifts in extreme weather patterns are related, and details risk factors associated with infection. Learn about a climate-health feedback that is making headlines around the world, and find out what you can do to mitigate risk.

12/10/2025