'Brain&Eating Amoeba' Kills 19 In Kerala. How It Spreads, How To Stay Safe

Kerala health authorities are on alert after a spike in cases of Primary Amoebic Meningoencephalitis (PAM), a brain infection with a high fatality rate. This infection is caused by Naegleria fowleri, commonly known as the 'brain-eating amoeba'

Sep 17, 2025 - 20:02
'Brain&Eating Amoeba' Kills 19 In Kerala. How It Spreads, How To Stay Safe
Kerala health authorities are on alert after a spike in cases of Primary Amoebic Meningoencephalitis (PAM), a brain infection with a high fatality rate. This infection is caused by Naegleria fowleri, commonly known as the 'brain-eating amoeba'