North Carolina teen critically injured by rare brain-eating amoeba - FOX Weather

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Aug 28, 2026

North Carolina teen critically injured by rare brain-eating amoeba - FOX Weather

North Carolina health officials say a central NC teen is critically ill with a rare Naegleria fowleri infection linked to warm freshwater.

THE TAKEAWAY A North Carolina teen is critically ill with a rare amoeba infection.Naegleria fowleri is found naturally in warm freshwater.State officials urge precautions d… [+2708 chars]

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