Scientists are warning that a little-known group of microbes called free-living amoebae may pose a growing global health threat. Found in soil and water, some species can survive extreme heat, chlorine, and even modern water systems\u2014conditions that kill most germs. One infamous example, the \u201cbrain-eating amoeba,\u201d can cause deadly infections after contaminated water enters the nose. Even more concerning, these amoebae can act as hiding places for dangerous bacteria and viruses, helping them evade disinfection and spread.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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