A South Carolina resident has died after being infected with a rare and deadly brain-eating amoeba, state health officials confirmed. The infection, caused by Naegleria fowleri, is extremely uncommon but often fatal, typically occurring when contaminated water enters the body through the nose. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the case and have issued warnings to residents about the potential risks associated with warm freshwater exposure.
Brain-eating Amoeba Infection Claims Life in South Carolina Officials Investigate Source and Spread
Health officials in South Carolina have confirmed the death of an individual caused by a rare and aggressive brain infection linked to the Naegleria fowleri amoeba. Commonly found in warm freshwater environments, this microscopic organism can enter the body through the nose, leading to a devastating condition called primary amoebic meningoencephalitis (PAM). The victim reportedly contracted the infection after swimming…
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Author : Victoria Jones
Publish date : 2025-07-28 01:33:00
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