A 12-year-old boy tragically died from a brain-eating amoeba after swimming in Lake Murray. Discover the dangers of Naegleria fowleri and how to stay safe in freshwater this summer.
In a heartbreaking incident, a 12-year-old boy tragically lost his life after contracting a rare brain-eating amoeba while swimming in Lake Murray, South Carolina. This rare infection serves as a chilling reminder of the dangers lurking in warm freshwater. Read more about the circumstances and health warnings.