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Boy dies from 'brain-eating amoeba' in Va. By AP Virginia health officials say a child has died of a brain infection from a microscopic bug, sometimes called a “brain-eating
amoeba,” that lives in stagnant water. State epidemiologist Dr. Keri Hall declined to name the child, but the victim's
... read moreAmoeba confirmed as girl's killer (Nash family) A Brevard County teenager who died Saturday after swimming in Volusia County waters was infected with a deadly
amoeba that becomes more of a danger as waters grow warmer, tests confirmed Monday. Sixteen-year-old Courtney Nash was one of
... read moreHealth officials warn of swimming risks A deadly
amoeba that killed a Brevard County teenager last weekend could be present in any warm, fresh water lake, pond or river in Florida this time of year. Health officials say
amoebas are active in warm freshwater lakes, rivers and ponds.
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