Tag: brain eating amoeba

A New Jersey man died after contracting a "brain-eating" amoeba called Naegleria fowleri, according to news reports. Though it's unclear exactly how the man, 29-year-old Fabrizio Stabile, got the amoeba, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is currently investigating BSR Cable Park's Surf Resort in Waco, Texas, the Waco Tribune-Herald reported on Sept.

Take these steps when cooling off this summer. With much of the nation under a heat wave, hitting the water only seems natural. Whether it’s the beach, a lake, or a pool, taking a swim can be relieving. It can also be hazardous. From water quality to currents, there are several hidden dangers that swimmers