How To Prevent Amoebic Meningoencephalitis

Keeping Hoses Away From The Nose

The garden hose is another place prone to quick increases in temperatures. It only takes minutes in direct sunlight to warm up a hose. Whether full of water or with residual water left in it, Naegleria fowleri can thrive in hoses. They are typically not disinfected or cleaned regularly, allowing for bacterial growth. The amoebae thrive in the heat and feed on the bacteria, making this a perfect habitat for them. Though individuals cannot get amoebic meningoencephalitis from drinking water from a garden hose, keeping hoses away from the nose is imperative. These amoebae can infect someone through the hose water if it is sprayed in the nose.