Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:59pm on 17 Sep 2025,Wednesday Health & Wellness
Kerala has reported 19 deaths this year from Primary Amoebic Meningoencephalitis (PAM), a rare but deadly brain infection caused by the “brain-eating amoeba” Naegleria fowleri. Health officials confirmed 61 cases across the state, affecting people from infants to the elderly. The infection spreads when contaminated freshwater enters through the nose, often while swimming or bathing. It does not spread person-to-person. Symptoms include fever, headache, nausea, and vomiting, often mistaken for meningitis. The state government has urged people to avoid stagnant or untreated water, use nose clips when swimming, and clean wells and tanks properly. Early detection remains crucial for survival. (PC: NDTV)
