Health officials in Florida are giving away nasal clips after a man died from a “brain-eating” amoeba believed to be contracted through tap water. It's believed the man contracted the Naegleria fowleri infection after using tap water to rinse his sinuses.
Naegleria fowleri is a microscopic single-celled living organism that causes an infection after contaminated water enters the body through the nose. Once there, it can cause a brain infection known as primary amebic meningoencephalitis, or PAM, which destroys brain tissue and usually results in death. Naegleria fowleri is most commonly found during warmer months in waters like lakes, rivers, hot springs and swimming pools that are not properly maintained.
The infections are rare and you cannot contract it by drinking tap water. But, as the investigation continues, people areHere are tips for protecting yourself from an infection:
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