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Rare Brain-Eating Amoeba Poses Summer Risk in Israel, Experts Advise Caution

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First reported by N12 · 6 hours ago

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The brain-eating amoeba Naegleria fowleri, found in warm freshwater, poses a rare but deadly risk in Israel's summer waters. Infection occurs when contaminated water enters the nose, mainly during swimming or diving. Experts advise precautions like avoiding water in the nose and choosing chlorinated pools to reduce risk.

01Naegleria fowleri thrives in warm, stagnant freshwater like lakes and springs during hot Israeli summers.
02Infection occurs when contaminated water enters the nose, not through drinking water.
03The amoeba infection is extremely rare but has a high fatality rate once contracted.
04Precautions include avoiding water entering the nose and using nose clips or avoiding head immersion in natural springs.
05Swimming in chlorinated, supervised pools is safer than in natural water bodies.
06Early symptoms mimic viral illness but worsen quickly, requiring urgent medical care after freshwater exposure.

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