Health8-year-old Louisiana girl dies after infection with rare brain-eating amoeba
An 8-year-old Louisiana girl has died after contracting an extremely rare infection caused by Naegleria fowleri, an amoeba found in warm freshwater. A family spokesperson said Lillian Smart died Saturday evening after being diagnosed with the infection.
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The Associated Press★★★☆☆2026-08-24 23:01Original
8-year-old Louisiana girl dies after infection with rare brain-eating amoeba
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