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Woman in Texas dies after nasal irrigation with motorhome water

08.06.2026 16:07 1 min 1 source
Helder Martins POR
Woman in Texas dies after nasal irrigation with motorhome water
Original source: Helder Martins

A 71-year-old woman in Texas died from primary amebic meningoencephalitis caused by Naegleria fowleri after rinsing her nose with unboiled tap water from a motorhome tank. According to the CDC, infection occurred over four days before symptoms appeared, despite no recreational freshwater exposure. Although the amoeba was not detected in water samples from the motorhome or campsite, disinfectant levels were insufficient and turbidity exceeded standards. The case highlights risks of using tap water for nasal irrigation and the need for water quality maintenance in RVs.

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08.06.2026 Helder Martins POR Original source

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