Most people still have not recovered from the trauma of the COVID 19 pandemic that not only spread rapidly but also resulted in millions of deaths. Now, social media is claiming that 'brain-eating' amoebae are invading the water systems throughout the world.
A viral tweet argues that microscopic organisms such as Naegleria fowleri are colonising drinking water networks and recreational waters, leading to possibly a terrifying public health threat. The post references a study published in the journal Biocontaminant, stating that free-living amoebae are more resilient than assumed and may act as vehicles for other pathogens.
