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Get your questions about 'flesh-eating bacteria' answered

Friday, July 1, 2016
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HOUSTON -- We know you have questions. We want to get you the answers.

'Flesh-eating bacteria' has been in the news quite a bit lately, with three cases in recent weeks that have landed people in the hospital. So what can you do to protect yourself?

Joining us at noon on Friday for a Facebook Live chat will be Dr. Linda Yancey, who specializes in infectious diseases. Make sure to be on our Facebook page at 12pm to get your questions answered.

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