Tirzah Thompson

A 17-year-old Florida teen, Joziah Thompson, contracted Vibrio vulnificus, a flesh-eating bacteria, after swimming with siblings. He required hospitalization, multiple surgeries, and ongoing treatment. His mother advocates for increased awareness of the bacteria in coastal waters.

A 17-year-old Florida teen, Joziah Thompson, contracted Vibrio vulnificus, a flesh-eating bacteria, after swimming at Lion’s Park with his siblings. He required hospitalization, multiple surgeries, and an aggressive antibiotic regimen. His mother is advocating for public awareness about the bacteria’s risks in coastal waters.

A 17-year-old Florida teen contracted Vibrio vulnificus, a flesh-eating bacteria, after swimming with siblings, leading to hospitalization and surgeries. His mother advocates for public awareness on bacterial risks in local waters. A GoFundMe supports the family's medical expenses.