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brain-eating amoeba
Coverage of brain-eating amoeba in the Nexus archive.
- Father warns of 'brain-eating amoeba' after son's death
A father is warning about the dangers of the 'brain-eating amoeba' Naegleria fowleri after his son's death. Cases caused by the amoeba have reached hundreds since 1960, and it can quickly prove fatal if not diagnosed correctly.
- It's brain-eating amoeba season. Here's how to protect yourself
The article warns about the brain-eating amoeba season, noting that while cases are extremely rare, they are nearly always fatal. It emphasizes the importance of protective measures against the amoeba.