How To Prevent Amoebic Meningoencephalitis

No Diving In Warm Surface Waters

No diving in warm surface waters ensures individuals will not be exposed to Naegleria fowleri. Diving is another way the amoebae can be forced into the nasal passages. Diving in unfamiliar ponds, lakes, or rivers is not a safe practice in any case. Fallen trees, boulders, and other debris could be lurking just below the surface of the water. Diving in rivers can be especially dangerous since water levels rise and retreat. This disease is very rare, but almost always deadly. Keeping warm, stagnant water out of the nose is imperative. Any action that involves the possible forcing of water into the nose is best avoided.