# @ufhealthstjohns on Instagram

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DMN3Dq_u2rP
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/32457875-ufhealthstjohns-instagram
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/ffb65e6bb0.jpg
- **Posted:** 2025-07-17T17:07:23.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** UF Health St. Johns (@ufhealthstjohns) — https://gondola.cc/ufhealthstjohns

## Caption

There’s been growing concern about Vibrio vulnificus in Florida, including a recent death in St. Johns County. But how worried should you be?
 
Dr. Vivek Manikal, Chief of Infectious Diseases at UF Health Flagler Hospital, shares what you really need to know.
 
In this video, he explains:
✅ What Vibrio vulnificus is
✅ How infections occur (it’s not just from eating raw oysters)
✅ Symptoms to watch for
✅ Who is most at risk
✅ Simple precautions to stay safe

The main takeaway? Be aware, not alarmed. With a few smart habits, you can enjoy a safe summer.
 
Watch now to stay informed and protect your health.

#vibriovulnificus #vibriovulnificusbacterium

## Stats

- **Views:** 345
- **Likes:** 80
- **Shares:** 0
- **Comments:** 3

## Credits

| Name | Username | Profile | Role |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| UF Health St. Johns | @ufhealthstjohns | https://gondola.cc/ufhealthstjohns | Healthcare System |
| Alyssa Hinman | @alyssalhinman_ | https://gondola.cc/alyssalhinman_ | Social Media Coordinator |

## Tags

vibriovulnificusbacterium, vibriovulnificus

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