Brain-Eating Amoeba in Lake Mead: What You Need to Know
The brain-eating amoeba (Naegleria fowleri) is a microscopic single-celled organism that can cause a rare and often fatal brain infection called primary amebic meningoencephalitis (PAM). Naegleria fowleri is found in warm freshwater, such as lakes, rivers, and hot springs. It can also be found in soil and poorly chlorinated swimming pools. How does Naegleria fowleri … Read more