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00:00Why do nearly 100% of people who get infected with Negleria fowleri die within days?

00:05This tiny amoeba packs a fatal punch.

00:08Here's what you should know.

00:10Negleria fowleri, also known as the brain-eating amoeba, lives in warm freshwater,

00:15think lakes, rivers, and even poorly treated tap water.

00:19It infects people when water gets up the nose, usually during swimming, diving,

00:23or using net eye pots with unboiled water.

00:25Once inside, it travels to the brain, destroying tissue at lightning speed.

00:31Symptoms start with headache and fever, then quickly get worse, confusion, stiff neck, seizures.

00:38Most cases are fatal within days.

00:40The good news?

00:42This infection is extremely rare, fewer than 10 cases a year in the U.S., but almost always deadly.

00:48To stay safe, never use untreated tap water for nasal rinsing.

00:52Always boil and cool it, or use distilled water.

00:56And if you're swimming in warm, freshwater, keep your nose above water or use a nose clip.

01:01Stay informed and stay safe.

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