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Rare Brain Amoeba Threat in NC | Raleigh News
A teen in central North Carolina is critically ill after contracting a rare, deadly brain infection caused by the “brain-eating” amoeba Naegleria fowleri. Found in warm freshwater like lakes and ponds, this stealthy pathogen causes rapid-onset symptoms — severe headaches, fever, vomiting, seizures — with most victims dying within days. Health officials urge caution during warm months: keep water out of your nose while swimming, avoid diving in shallow warm waters, and steer clear of hot springs. It’s a rare but serious reminder to stay smart around freshwater this summer. Listen in…
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