If the phrase “brain-eating amoeba” sounds like something out of a sci-fi horror movie, you’re not alone. In Arizona, it’s a very real concern that lurks in warm fresh water during the hottest months.

WACO, Texas -- A 10-year-old girl who was hospitalized after she contracted a brain-eating amoeba has died. Lily Mae Avant died early Monday morning, her family confirmed. Lily's family told WFAA the ...

Recently, a new case of Brain Eating Amoeba has been reported in America. This is a deadly infection, three cases of which were also reported in Kerala a few days ago. It is important to identify the ...

The family of Lily Mae Avant, the 10-year-old from central Texas who contracted a brain-eating amoeba, said the little girl has died early Monday morning. She "fought the good fight," said her aunt, ...