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Beyond Brain-Eating Amoeba: Scientists Warn Of Rising Threat To Global Health
Researchers warn that free-living amoebas, microscopic organisms thriving in soil and water, are spreading globally due to climate change and ageing water systems. These pose serious health risks.
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Rising Global Threat Of Brain Eating Amoeba Linked To Climate Change: Study
The free-living amoebae, also known as brain-eating amoeba, are becoming a growing global public health threat, warned a new study.
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Kerala Reports Surge In Brain-Eating Amoeba Infections With 170 Cases, 42 Deaths This Year
Kerala has reported 170 cases and 42 deaths due to amoebic meningoencephalitis, commonly known as brain-eating amoeba infection, in 2025, the government informed the Parliament on Friday.
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Karnataka Issues Advisory On 'Brain-Eating Amoeba' For Sabarimala Pilgrims
Noting that the infection does not spread from person to person or by drinking contaminated water, the advisory said, Naegleria fowleri is a highly virulent microorganism that, when inhaled through water, can reach the brain.
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Brain Fever: Karnataka Government Releases Guidelines For Prevention Of 'Brain-Eating Amoeba' Cases
The Karnataka government has issued guidelines for Sabarimala pilgrims following cases of amoebic meningoencephalitis or brain fever caused by the Naegleria fowleri microorganism, commonly known as the "brain-eating amoeba."
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"Don't Take Risk": Shashi Tharoor As Brain-Eating Amoeba Cases Rise In Kerala
Kerala has reported around 69 cases of primary amoebic meningoencephalitis (PAM) since the beginning of this year, including 19 deaths.
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'Brain-Eating Amoeba' Kills 19 In Kerala. How It Spreads, How To Stay Safe
Kerala health authorities are on alert after a spike in cases of Primary Amoebic Meningoencephalitis (PAM), a brain infection with a high fatality rate. This infection is caused by Naegleria fowleri, commonly known as the 'brain-eating amoeba'
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"No Cluster Of" Brain-Eating Amoeba Cases, Clarifies Kerala Health Minister
Kerala's health authorities have issued a high alert after a significant spike in cases of Primary Amoebic Meningoencephalitis (PAM), a deadly brain infection caused by the "brain-eating amoeba" (Naegleria fowleri).
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Surge In Deadly Brain-Eating Amoeba Cases In Kerala: Why And How It Spreads
Kerala is facing an alarming rise in infections of Naegleria fowleri, the so-called brain-eating amoeba. With over 40 cases and recent fatalities, here are essential precautions you must take.
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US Woman Dies From Brain-Eating Amoeba After Using Tap Water For Nasal Rinse
The woman began showing symptoms such as fever, headache, and confusion within four days of using the nasal rinse.
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Beyond Brain-Eating Amoeba: Scientists Warn Of Rising Threat To Global Health
Researchers warn that free-living amoebas, microscopic organisms thriving in soil and water, are spreading globally due to climate change and ageing water systems. These pose serious health risks.
-
Rising Global Threat Of Brain Eating Amoeba Linked To Climate Change: Study
The free-living amoebae, also known as brain-eating amoeba, are becoming a growing global public health threat, warned a new study.
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Kerala Reports Surge In Brain-Eating Amoeba Infections With 170 Cases, 42 Deaths This Year
Kerala has reported 170 cases and 42 deaths due to amoebic meningoencephalitis, commonly known as brain-eating amoeba infection, in 2025, the government informed the Parliament on Friday.
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Karnataka Issues Advisory On 'Brain-Eating Amoeba' For Sabarimala Pilgrims
Noting that the infection does not spread from person to person or by drinking contaminated water, the advisory said, Naegleria fowleri is a highly virulent microorganism that, when inhaled through water, can reach the brain.
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Brain Fever: Karnataka Government Releases Guidelines For Prevention Of 'Brain-Eating Amoeba' Cases
The Karnataka government has issued guidelines for Sabarimala pilgrims following cases of amoebic meningoencephalitis or brain fever caused by the Naegleria fowleri microorganism, commonly known as the "brain-eating amoeba."
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"Don't Take Risk": Shashi Tharoor As Brain-Eating Amoeba Cases Rise In Kerala
Kerala has reported around 69 cases of primary amoebic meningoencephalitis (PAM) since the beginning of this year, including 19 deaths.
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'Brain-Eating Amoeba' Kills 19 In Kerala. How It Spreads, How To Stay Safe
Kerala health authorities are on alert after a spike in cases of Primary Amoebic Meningoencephalitis (PAM), a brain infection with a high fatality rate. This infection is caused by Naegleria fowleri, commonly known as the 'brain-eating amoeba'
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"No Cluster Of" Brain-Eating Amoeba Cases, Clarifies Kerala Health Minister
Kerala's health authorities have issued a high alert after a significant spike in cases of Primary Amoebic Meningoencephalitis (PAM), a deadly brain infection caused by the "brain-eating amoeba" (Naegleria fowleri).
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Surge In Deadly Brain-Eating Amoeba Cases In Kerala: Why And How It Spreads
Kerala is facing an alarming rise in infections of Naegleria fowleri, the so-called brain-eating amoeba. With over 40 cases and recent fatalities, here are essential precautions you must take.
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US Woman Dies From Brain-Eating Amoeba After Using Tap Water For Nasal Rinse
The woman began showing symptoms such as fever, headache, and confusion within four days of using the nasal rinse.
