North Carolina teen critically injured by rare brain-eating amoeba
A North Carolina teen is critically ill after contracting a rare brain-eating amoeba, raising concerns about water safety.
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The story so far
A North Carolina teenager is critically ill after contracting a rare brain-eating amoeba, Naegleria fowleri. The infection is believed to have been caused by swimming in freshwater. The teen's family has started a fundraiser to help with medical expenses.
The teen's exposure to the amoeba is under investigation. The risk of infection from Naegleria fowleri is increasing due to warming waters. The amoeba is commonly found in warm freshwater, such as lakes and rivers.
ABC News and WRAL have provided updates on the teen's condition and the potential risks associated with the amoeba.
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Coverage (8)
- North Carolina teen critically ill after being infected with rare brain-eating amoeba The Independent · 13h ago
- Brain-eating amoeba leaves NC teen in critically injured FOX 13 Tampa Bay · 3d ago
- Teen's rare brain infection prompts NC water safety warning ABC11 News · 3d ago
- Warming waters could expand brain-eating amoeba risk WRAL · 3d ago
- Central NC family starts fundraiser for teen hospitalized with brain-eating amoeba Raleigh News & Observer · 3d ago
- Brain-Eating Amoeba Infections Are Rare but Deadly. Here’s What to Know U.S. News & World Report · 3d ago
- North Carolina teen critically ill from rare brain-eating amoeba found in freshwater, officials say ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos · 3d ago
- NC teen has rare brain infection likely caused by swimming. Where did exposure happen? Are you safe? WRAL · 3d ago
The obvious questions
What is Naegleria fowleri?
Naegleria fowleri is a rare, brain-eating amoeba found in warm freshwater. Infection is typically contracted through swimming in contaminated water.
How is the teen's family responding?
The family has initiated a fundraiser to cover medical expenses related to the teen's treatment.
What are the risks associated with Naegleria fowleri?
The amoeba poses a risk of severe brain infection, which can be fatal. Warming waters are increasing the risk of exposure.
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