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Lake Murray, South Carolina and Amoeba

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Rare illness claims child’s life after swimming in South Carolina lake

A rare brain-eating amoeba infection killed a 12-year-old child in after he swam in a South Carolina freshwater lake. Health officials emphasize safety measures, experts warn about Naegleria fowleri risk in summer waters.

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Child Dies from Brain-Eating Amoeba After Visiting Popular South Carolina Lake

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12-year-old boy killed by brain-eating amoeba after swim in South Carolina lake

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What is Naegleria fowleri, the brain-eating amoeba?

The infection destroys brain tissue, which is why the infection is commonly referred to as a brain-eating amoeba.

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Brain-eating amoeba case reported in SC: How to avoid Naegleria fowleri while swimming

Rare cases of Naegleria fowleri can result in a severe infection in the brain, with infection fatal in around 95% of cases.

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