Stories of brain-eating amoebas and flesh-eating bacteria are frightening. Here's what swimmers in North Carolina should know ...

From marshes, rivers and the ocean, how susceptible are Lowcountry waters to brain-eating amoebas? Here’s what to know and ...

In the U.S., Naegleria fowleri amoebas are mainly found in the southern states during the warmest months. Here's what ...

Summer is when families are most at risk for brain-eating amoebas. Infections are rare but can be deadly. What to know in ...

The brain-eating amoeba, Naegleria fowleri, has been detected in some Louisiana waters. Here's what to know about brain infections caused by amoebas.

Brain-eating amoebas are rare. But hot weather increases the risk. If you swim in freshwater lakes, there are a few things to know about the Naegleria fowleri amoeba.

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An analysis of Hinsholmskilen by the University of Gothenburg shows that the levels of metals in the seabed were highest closest to the wash-down areas, but also that two invasive amoebas have ...

Watch for standing water Warm standing water is a recipe for bacteria and amoebas to grow. Think feces from humans and animals, and toxins from cars and homes.

Brain-eating amoebas have taken up residence in Tucson's water supply as recent tests have shown their presence in 12 wells.

The amoebas typically live in lake bottoms, grazing off algae and bacteria in the sediment. Beach said people become infected when they wade through shallow water and stir up the bottom.

WalletHub has released a study showing the best and worst school systems in the U.S., and Louisiana ranked low on the list. Here's why.