- Laura Barajas contracted a bacterial infection after consuming undercooked tilapia.
- As a result of the infection, Barajas had to undergo amputation of all her limbs.
- According to the CDC, cases of Vibrio vulnificus infections are increasing due to rising water temperatures.
A mother from California underwent limb amputation after consuming undercooked tilapia.
According to a GoFundMe campaign by her friend Anna Messina, Laura Barajas, 40, bought the fish from a local market in San Jose and cooked it at home herself last month.
Messina revealed that Barajas spent over a month in the hospital battling an infection caused by Vibrio vulnificus bacteria before having all her limbs amputated on Wednesday.
“We kindly request that you find it in your hearts to support this beautiful family during this incredibly challenging time,” wrote Messina. “What has happened to them could happen to any of us, and together, we can make a meaningful difference.”
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a health advisory on September 1, warning about the rising cases of Vibrio vulnificus bacterial infections in the United States due to increasing water temperatures.
According to the CDC, Vibrio vulnificus is a bacteria that thrives in warmer waters, particularly in the Gulf of Mexico. The agency estimates around 80,000 Vibrio-related illnesses occur in the US each year.
A man in Galveston, Texas died after consuming raw oysters contaminated with Vibrio vulnificus on August 29, reported FOX 26 in Houston.
Symptoms of a Vibrio vulnificus infection include watery diarrhea, stomach cramping, nausea, vomiting, fever, and the presence of redness, pain, swelling, warmth, discoloration, and discharge in an infected wound.
The CDC advises against consuming raw or undercooked oysters and shellfish, emphasizing the importance of cooking them thoroughly. Additionally, proper handwashing with soap and water after handling raw shellfish is recommended.
To prevent Vibrio infection, the CDC also suggests avoiding saltwater contact if you have an open wound.
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