USA Today August 25, 2026 • 15:45

After 8-year-old died of brain-eating amoeba, here's who is most at risk - USA Today

By Sara Moniuszko

Here's what to know about the amoeba and how to protect yourself.

An 8-year-old Louisiana girl recently died from a brain-eating amoeba after swimming. Now, families are left wondering if this could happen to their loved ones.
Lillian Smart of Ruston, Louisiana, d… [+3192 chars]

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After 8-year-old died of brain-eating amoeba, here's who is most at risk - USA Today

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