Caroline Yaffa, WRAL News

Articles by Caroline Yaffa, WRAL News

NC teen has rare brain infection likely caused by swimming. Where did exposure happen? Are you safe? - WRAL

Health August 30, 2026

A Central North Carolina teenager is critically ill with a rare brain infection caused by an amoeba typically found in warm freshwater. The case was announced Thursday, but as of Friday afternoon, thοΏ½...