Watch now to get the latest Kerala news on this alarming disease. Stay healthy and stay safe! A deadly health alert has been issued in Keral...
Watch now to get the latest Kerala news on this alarming disease. Stay healthy and stay safe! A deadly health alert has been issued in Kerala following a surge in cases of the "brain-eating amoeba," Naegleria fowleri. This microscopic organism causes a rare and nearly always fatal brain infection called Primary Amoebic Meningoencephalitis (PAM). A 9-year-old girl in the Kozhikode district has died, and other patients are still in critical condition.
With a global fatality rate of over 97%, PAM is a serious public health threat. In this explainer video, we break down everything you need to know:
What is Naegleria fowleri? Learn how this amoeba thrives in warm, stagnant freshwater bodies like ponds and rivers.
Key Symptoms: We detail the critical symptoms to watch for, including fever, headache, nausea, stiff neck, and seizures.
Why is it so deadly? Discover why PAM is so difficult to diagnose and treat, often leading to death within a week of symptoms appearing.
Causes for the surge: We explore the factors behind the sharp rise in brain-eating amoeba cases in Kerala, including the impact of climate change and increased testing.
Prevention is key: Get essential preventive measures to protect yourself and your family.
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