Health Officials Warn of Brain-Eating Amoeba Risk as Summer Nears
Health Officials Warn of Brain-Eating Amoeba Risk as Summer Nears
US · Published Apr 22, 2026
• Health officials are warning about the risk of Naegleria fowleri, the 'brain-eating amoeba,' in warm freshwater during summer.
• The CDC has updated its guidance to help healthcare professionals diagnose primary amebic meningoencephalitis (PAM) earlier.
• Precautions include avoiding swimming in warm freshwater during high temperatures and using nose clips during water activities.
Health officials warn of brain-eating amoeba risks
As summer nears, health officials across the United States are cautioning the public about the risks associated with Naegleria fowleri, commonly known as the 'brain-eating amoeba.'
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