A local family is mourning the unimaginable loss of 12-year-old Jaysen Carr, who died after contracting a rare brain-eating amoeba from swimming in Lake Murray. This heartbreaking event has shaken the community and raised urgent questions about water safety in our favorite summer spots. Naegleria fowleri, the amoeba responsible, thrives in warm freshwater and can be deadly if water enters the nose. While infections are extremely rare, experts recommend using nose clips and keeping your head above water in lakes and hot springs. How do you feel about swimming in local lakes after hearing this? What precautions do you take with your family? #Health #BodyHealth #LakeMurray