The Karnataka government has released safety guidelines for Sabarimala pilgrims following cases of amoebic meningoencephalitis, or brain fever, caused by the Naegleria fowleri “brain-eating amoeba.” Pilgrims have been urged to prevent water from entering the nose while bathing

The Karnataka government has issued guidelines for Sabarimala pilgrims following cases of amoebic meningoencephalitis or brain fever caused by the Naegleria fowleri microorganism, commonly known as the “brain eating amoeba.” The guidelines aim to protect public health and ensure preventive measures.

The Commissioner of the Health Department stated on Tuesday that Naegleria fowleri is a free-living amoeba typically found in warm freshwater and sand, such as stagnant water, puddles and swimming pools. Read More

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