Fourth case of rare brain-eating amoeba infection reported in Kerala
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Fourth case of rare brain-eating amoeba infection reported in Kerala

The Hindu  

Another case of amoebic meningoencephalitis, a rare brain infection caused by a free-living amoeba found in contaminated waters, has been reported from Kerala. This is the fourth case of the rare brain infection reported in the state since May and all the patients are children, three of whom have already died. Prior to that, two others — a five-year-old girl from Malappuram and a 13-year-old girl from Kannur — died on May 21 and June 25, respectively, due to the rare brain infection. Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on July 5 held a meeting in which several suggestions, including not to bathe in unclean waterbodies, were given to prevent further infections.

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Five deaths reported due to rare brain infection in Kerala since January
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Five deaths reported due to rare brain infection in Kerala since January

India Today  

A total of five deaths have been reported in Kerala due to amoebic meningoencephalitis, a rare and fatal brain infection, from January to August this year, Health Minister Veena George said on Wednesday. "We have six cases under treatment now, and we suspect two more cases, who are also admitted in hospitals," she said. The minister said that there were …

One more patient recovers from amoebic meningoencephalitis in Kerala
4 months, 2 weeks ago

One more patient recovers from amoebic meningoencephalitis in Kerala

The Hindu  

One more patient, a four-year-old child, has recovered from primary amoebic meningoencephalitis in Kerala. Initial tests showed symptoms of encephalitis and the examination of his cerebrospinal fluid primarily confirmed the presence of Naegleria fowleri, the infection-causing amoeba. Abdul Rauf, paediatric intensivist at the hospital, said the boy tested negative for the infection on the eighth day of treatment. Early diagnosis …

Amoebic meningoencephalitis in Kerala again: 27-year-old dies, four others hospitalised
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Amoebic meningoencephalitis in Kerala again: 27-year-old dies, four others hospitalised

The Hindu  

Amoebic meningoencephalitis has claimed yet another victim in Kerala, this time in the State capital. Water samples from the pond have been collected for analysis and the Health Department has also put up a notice board at the location, warning people not to enter the water. At a meeting of the State Rapid Response Team of the Health department convened …

Indian teenager among handful of people in world to survive rare brain-eating amoeba
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Indian teenager among handful of people in world to survive rare brain-eating amoeba

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A teenager from southern India …

One more case of amoebic infection in Kozhikode, sixth in Kerala
4 months, 3 weeks ago

One more case of amoebic infection in Kozhikode, sixth in Kerala

The Hindu  

One more case of amoebic meningoencephalitis has been confirmed in the State after test results of a three-year-old boy undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Kozhikode returned positive on Thursday night. The preliminary tests conducted at Pariyaram Medical College confirmed the infection while the PCR test conducted at Puduchery is an added confirmation. Incidentally, another four-year-old from Kannur with …

Kerala teen survives brain-eating amoeba disease. Doctor explains survival rate determining factors of PAM
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Kerala teen survives brain-eating amoeba disease. Doctor explains survival rate determining factors of PAM

Hindustan Times  

Primary amoebic meningoencephalitis, also known as PAM, is a deadly disease caused by Naegleria fowleri – a microscopic amoeba – also known as brain-eating amoeba. Recently a 14-year-old teen - Afnan Jasim - from the district of Kozhikode survived PAM – he is one of the eleven people in the world to combat the deadly disease. A 14-year-old teen from …

What is brain-eating amoeba that killed teen in Kerala; know how to be safe, early signs and prevention tips
5 months ago

What is brain-eating amoeba that killed teen in Kerala; know how to be safe, early signs and prevention tips

Hindustan Times  

The state of Kerala reported its fourth fatality due to a rare microorganism – brain-eating amoeba. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Preetha, consultant neurologist at Prashanth Hospitals, Chennai, said, “Primary Amoebic Meningoencephalitis is a very rare but fatal infection caused by Naegleria fowleri, commonly known as the brain-eating amoeba. This microscopic amoeba basically thrives in warm freshwater environments …

Fourth suspected case of rare amoebic infection in Kozhikode
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Fourth suspected case of rare amoebic infection in Kozhikode

New Indian Express  

KOZHIKODE: Close on the heels of the death of a 12-year-old boy due to primary amoebic meningoencephalitis in Kozhikode on Wednesday night, another suspected case of the rare infection has been reported from the district. Meanwhile, a high-level meeting chaired by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan was held on Friday to address concerns related to PAM. The meeting comes even as …

Boy, 12, dies from rare ‘brain-eating amoeba’ infection in southern India
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Boy, 12, dies from rare ‘brain-eating amoeba’ infection in southern India

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A 12-year-old boy in Kerala …

12-year-old dies from rare brain-eating amoeba
5 months, 2 weeks ago

12-year-old dies from rare brain-eating amoeba

Hindustan Times  

A 12-year-old boy succumbed to amoebic meningoencephalitis infection on Wednesday night in the Kozhikode district of Kerala, the third such fatality in the last two months, health officials said. 12-year-old dies from rare brain-eating amoeba The deceased was identified as Mridul EP, a native of Feroke, who passed away while undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Kozhikode. The rare …

Rare and fatal brain-eating amoeba infection
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Rare and fatal brain-eating amoeba infection

The Hindu  

The story so far: There have been four cases, including three deaths, of the rare, but fatal primary amoebic meningoencephalitis in Kerala in the last two months. Experts point out that warming of the atmosphere and stagnant and unhygienic water resources could be some of the conditions leading to the infection. In Kozhikode, doctors at the Government Medical College Hospital …

Kerala boy dies of rare brain-eating amoeba infection; third death in two months
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Kerala boy dies of rare brain-eating amoeba infection; third death in two months

The Hindu  

A 12-year-old boy from Feroke who had been undergoing treatment for primary amoebic meningoencephalitis at a private hospital in Kozhikode city in Kerala died on July 4 night. This is the third death due to the a rare and fatal infection in the past two months in Kerala. He was later referred to the Government Medical College Hospital, Kozhikode, and …

Rare amoebic infection claims another life in Kerala as 13-year-old girl from Kannur dies
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Rare amoebic infection claims another life in Kerala as 13-year-old girl from Kannur dies

The Hindu  

The death of a 13-year-old girl from Kannur while undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Kozhikode has been ascribed to amoebic meningoencephalitis. Initial investigations have indicated that the rare amoebic infection was the cause of death. Test results later confirmed a rare form of amoebic meningoencephalitis, a condition caused by pathogenic amoeba entering the body, typically through water sources. …

What is brain-eating amoeba? Causes, symptoms, prevention and all you need to know about this fatal infection
7 months ago

What is brain-eating amoeba? Causes, symptoms, prevention and all you need to know about this fatal infection

India TV News  

A five-year-old girl from Malappuram, Kerala, died of amoebic meningoencephalitis at the Government Medical College Hospital in Kozhikode. Brain-eating amoeba, scientifically known as Naegleria fowleri, is a rare but deadly organism that can cause a severe brain infection called primary amebic meningoencephalitis. Causes of Brain-Eating Amoeba Infection Infection occurs when contaminated water containing Naegleria fowleri enters the body through the …

Another dangerous amoeba has been linked to neti pots and nasal rinsing. Here's what to know
9 months, 1 week ago

Another dangerous amoeba has been linked to neti pots and nasal rinsing. Here's what to know

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The Centers for Disease Control …

Boy Dies Due to Rare Brain Infection in Kerala
1 year, 5 months ago

Boy Dies Due to Rare Brain Infection in Kerala

Deccan Chronicle  

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: A 15-year-old boy has died of a rare brain infection, primary amoebic meningoencephalitis, in Alappuzha district of Kerala. The boy used to take bath in a small pond near his home and health officials suspect that he might have contracted the infection from the stagnant water body. No need to panic: Kerala health minister Kerala health minister Veena George …

Health Minister allays fears about ‘brain-eating amoeba’
1 year, 5 months ago

Health Minister allays fears about ‘brain-eating amoeba’

The Hindu  

Confirming the death of a 15-year-old boy from Alappuzha who was under treatment for primary amoebic meningoencephalitis, a rare brain infection caused by amoeba, Health Minister Veena George sought to allay fears about the communicable nature of the disease. The Minister said there had been five such cases of PAM infection reported in the State so far and all of …

‘Brain-eating’ amoeba kills Florida man. Know who's at risk, its treatment
1 year, 9 months ago

‘Brain-eating’ amoeba kills Florida man. Know who's at risk, its treatment

Hindustan Times  

A man in Florida's Charlotte County died after being infected by a rare ‘brain-eating’ amoeba. The department had earlier issued an alert warning the locals about the amoeba, Naegleria Fowleri causing the microorganism to destroy the brain tissue, a rare yet fatal condition that is also known as primary amoebic meningoencephalitis. "Infection with Naegleria fowleri is EXTREMELY RARE and can …

Florida man dies after using tap water: What is the brain-eating amoeba that killed him?
1 year, 9 months ago

Florida man dies after using tap water: What is the brain-eating amoeba that killed him?

Firstpost  

A brain-eating amoeba just claimed another victim. The Florida Department of Health confirmed that a Charlotte County resident, who has not been named, passed away after being infected by Naegleria fowleri. According to a news release issued on 23 February, the infection possibly resulted from “sinus rinse practices utilising tap water.” CNN quoted Jae Williams, press secretary for the Florida …

'Brain-eating amoeba' naegleria fowleri kills South Korea man. Check symptoms
1 year, 11 months ago

'Brain-eating amoeba' naegleria fowleri kills South Korea man. Check symptoms

Hindustan Times  

A South Korean man who returned from Thailand died from an infection caused by Naegleria fowleri - a 'brain-eating' amoeba commonly found in warm freshwater bodies - according to a Korean Times report published Monday. The Korean Times said this is the first confirmed case of a Naegleria fowleri infection in the country, and added that the KDCA had not …

'Brain-eating amoeba' kills man in South Korea; India, US & Thailand have a case history of disease
1 year, 11 months ago

'Brain-eating amoeba' kills man in South Korea; India, US & Thailand have a case history of disease

India TV News  

The first infection from Naegleria fowleri, or "brain-eating amoeba," has been reported in South Korea, the health authorities said on Monday. The Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency confirmed that a Korean national who died after returning from Thailand was infected with Naegleria fowleri, which destroys human brains. The KDCA said the odds of human-to-human transmission of Naegleria fowleri are …

Brain-eating Amoeba Kills Las Vegas Teenager; ‘Don’t Panic’ Say Experts
2 years, 2 months ago

Brain-eating Amoeba Kills Las Vegas Teenager; ‘Don’t Panic’ Say Experts

News 18  

Experts have said that the death of a teenager in the Las Vegas area from a rare brain-eating amoeba should prompt caution, not panic, among people at freshwater lakes, rivers and springs. “It gets people’s attention because of the name,” Brian Labus, a former public health epidemiologist, said on Friday of the naturally occurring organism officially called Naegleria fowleri but …

Experts: Lake Mead brain-eating amoeba death among few in US
2 years, 2 months ago

Experts: Lake Mead brain-eating amoeba death among few in US

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — The death of a Las Vegas-area teenager from a rare brain-eating amoeba that investigators think he was exposed to in warm waters at Lake Mead should prompt caution, not panic, among people at freshwater lakes, rivers and springs, experts said Friday. “It gets people’s attention because of the name,” former public health epidemiologist Brian Labus said of …

Boy dies from rare brain-eating amoeba in first fatality from parasite at Lake Mead, park officials say
2 years, 2 months ago

Boy dies from rare brain-eating amoeba in first fatality from parasite at Lake Mead, park officials say

The Independent  

Sign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The child, from Clark County, likely contracted the parasite from swimming in Lake Mead, one of the US largest …

Teen fighting for his life after contracting brain-eating amoeba
2 years, 4 months ago

Teen fighting for his life after contracting brain-eating amoeba

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Doctors believe Caleb contracted Naegleria Fowleri, commonly known …

Swimmer dies after catching deadly brain-eating amoeba while swimming in Iowa lake
2 years, 5 months ago

Swimmer dies after catching deadly brain-eating amoeba while swimming in Iowa lake

Daily Mail  

A swimmer has died after catching a deadly brain-eating amoeba while taking a dip in an Iowa lake. Eight days later, they said the individual had died from primary amebic meningoencephalitis — a rare and usually fatal brain infection. Primary amebic meningoencephalitis is a rare and usually fatal brain infection. Officials from the Centers from Disease Control and Prevention are …

Missouri swimmer infected with amoeba, likely from Iowa swim
2 years, 5 months ago

Missouri swimmer infected with amoeba, likely from Iowa swim

Associated Press  

BEDFORD, Iowa — A Missouri resident is hospitalized in intensive care after being infected with a rare brain-eating amoeba that likely happened after swimming in a southeastern Iowa lake, health officials said Friday. The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services has shut down the beach at Lake of Three Fires State Park in Taylor County after the person was …

Boy dies from brain-eating amoeba in California
3 years, 4 months ago

Boy dies from brain-eating amoeba in California

Associated Press  

RED BLUFF, Calif. — A child infected with an extremely rare brain-eating amoeba while swimming in a Northern California lake died in a hospital, his family confirmed Friday. The infection is extremely rare, and there have only been 10 cases reported in California since 1971, the Tehama County Health Services Agency said in an Aug. 4 news release. But Hayley …

Brain-eating Amoeba Now Spreading Rapidly in US, All You Need to Know About Deadly Disease
4 years ago

Brain-eating Amoeba Now Spreading Rapidly in US, All You Need to Know About Deadly Disease

News 18  

If you think we have had it all in 2020, and nothing can surprise or frighten us anymore, it’s time to brace yourself. As if the deadly novel coronavirus wasn’t enough to make our lives miserable, a brain-eating amoeba strain is causing major worry over the US and other nations. Back in September this year, the news of a six-year-old …

What is Brain-Eating Amoeba That Killed 6-Year-Old US Boy and Has a 97% Fatality Rate?
4 years, 2 months ago

What is Brain-Eating Amoeba That Killed 6-Year-Old US Boy and Has a 97% Fatality Rate?

News 18  

A six-year-old boy in Texas has died after he was infected with what was traced to ‘brain-eating amoeba,’ or scientifically, naegleria fowleri. The governor of Texas has issued a disaster declaration after the death of a six-year-old boy infected with a brain-eating amoeba that was later found in his community’s water supply. The child died on September 8 following an …

Houston Astros' Carlos Correa offers support to family of boy, 6, who died of brain-eating amoeba
4 years, 2 months ago

Houston Astros' Carlos Correa offers support to family of boy, 6, who died of brain-eating amoeba

Daily Mail  

Houston Astros shortstop Carlos Correa has offered his support to the family of a six-year-old boy who died after being infected by a rare brain eating amoeba. Josiah McIntyre, aged six, died on September 8 after playing in water near his home McIntyre is believed to have come into contact with water at a splash pad or from a hose …

WHAT IS A BRAIN-EATING AMOEBA?
4 years, 3 months ago

WHAT IS A BRAIN-EATING AMOEBA?

Daily Mail  

Naegleria fowleri is commonly referred to as the 'brain-eating amoeba' as it can cause a rare and devastating infection of the brain called primary amebic meningoencephalitis. It usually infects people when contaminated water enters the body through the nose. Infection typically occurs when people go swimming or diving in warm freshwater places, like lakes and rivers. In very rare instances, …

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