# Father Warns of Brain-Eating Amoeba After Son’s Fatal Infection

The father of a child who died from a rare brain infection is warning the public about the dangers of the so-called "brain-eating amoeba." The amoeba, found in warm freshwater, causes a rare but often fatal infection. The case highlights the need for awareness and caution when swimming in untreated waters.

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- [BBC Health](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/cpq8z9q111no?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:00:09 GMT