A colorized image of vibrio vulnificus bacteria seen by an electronic microscope. Photo: BSIP/UIG Via Getty Images
🚨 A jump in Vibrio vulnificus cases is promptingLouisiana health officials to urge caution around certain exposures to salt water and raw seafood. The bacteria is known for causing a "flesh-eating" infection. Nine people have been hospitalized, and five have died this year, officials said Thursday. (Press release)
✨ A Metairie 13-year-old named Helen is one of the "get ready with me" influencers helping vanities make a comeback. As a young teen, Chelsea always wanted one, so she loves this for Helen. (New York Times gift link)
💍 When Coach Ed Orgeron watched his son get married, the vibes were exactly what you'd expect. "You did good son," he said. "You did some recruiting!" (Instagram)
