Texas Woman Dies From Brain-Eating Amoeba After Clearing Sinuses with Tap Water

CDC reports 2024 death of woman in Texas caused by brain infection from RV water; Experts warn of dangers

Recreational Vehicles, or RVs, are a popular way to spend summer vacations. “We buy and sell, consign and repair anything on your RV travel trailer or fifth wheel,” Texas RV Guys owner Joshua Baker said. He said you should consider the water you use at your campsite for health reasons. “There’s a big difference if the RV park that you’re...

Texas woman dies from brain-eating amoeba after clearing sinuses with tap water

A 71-year-old Texas woman died after contracting a brain-eating amoeba at a campground.

Texas woman dies after exposure to brain-eating amoeba at campground

US Woman Dies From Brain-Eating Amoeba After Using Tap Water For Nasal Rinse

The woman began showing symptoms such as fever, headache, and confusion within four days of using the nasal rinse.

Woman got fatal brain-eating ameba after rinsing her sinuses. Here’s how to avoid it

The 71-year-old developed “severe neurologic symptoms” after using a nasal irrigation device using non-boiled water

Texas woman died after rinsing sinuses with infected tap water — here’s how to keep yourself safe

A 71-year-old woman reportedly contracted a fatal brain infection from using tap water — and died from it.