In addition to a severe headache , fever , nausea and vomiting , Naegleria fowleri infections often cause death . 9-year-old Hally Kali died after contracting Naegleria fowleri . The amoeba can enter the nose , central nervous system and brain . 130 out of Only three infected people have survived over last summer . Florida health officials suggest wearing nose plugs in fresh water .
9-year-old Hally Kali died after contracting Naegleria fowleri . The amoeba can enter the nose , central nervous system and brain . 130 out of Only three infected people have survived over last summer . Florida health officials suggest wearing nose plugs in fresh water .