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Rare Brain-Eating Amoeba Threat | Dayton News
A teen in central North Carolina is critically ill after contracting a rare, deadly brain infection from the amoeba Naegleria fowleri — which enters through the nose and thrives in warm freshwater. With fewer than ten cases nationwide each year, this outbreak underscores the hidden dangers of lakes and rivers, especially when diving or submerging your head. Health officials urge caution: keep your head above water, use nose clips, and avoid stirring up sediment. The family’s privacy is being respected as authorities investigate how the infection occurred. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a…
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