Jellyfish Stings

health-wellness

Jellyfish stings are a routine hazard for long-distance ocean swimmers, including Diana Nyad. When tentacles contact skin, they release nematocysts that inject venom, causing pa...

wildlife-marine

Jellyfish are present in Florida waters, but risk levels vary by species, location, and season. Most encounters result in mild, self‑limited stings; serious reactions are rare...