Murweh Shire Council in south-west Queensland is investigating after testing found a rare amoeba that can cause a serious ...

It is very unlikely to survive an infection by this amoeba that thrives in freshwater. Here’s what to know now if you live in ...

Infections caused by Naegleria fowleri can lead to symptoms including fever, seizures, hallucinations and death.

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

Naegleria fowleri, the rare, but deadly, so-called brain-eating amoeba, can be found in Pennsylvania's waters.

It is very unlikely to survive an infection by this amoeba that thrives in freshwater. Here’s what to know now if you live in northern states.

What is Naegleria fowleri? Naegleria fowleri is an amoeba (single-celled living organism) commonly found in warm freshwater bodies like lakes, rivers, and hot springs, according to the DPH.

Naegleria fowleri, the rare, but deadly, so-called brain-eating amoeba, can be found in Pennsylvania's waters.

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

Jaysen Carr died after contracting a rare infection brought on by a freshwater amoeba reportedly in a South Carolina lake.

A GoFundMe has been set up to support the family of the 12-year-old from South Carolina and has so far raised more than $36,000.