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Does Naegleria fawleri exist in Canadian (BC) tap water?
Just wondered due to a potential exposure. I assume not because of our cold water temperature and the fact the water supply is chlorinated. Thanks.
Naegleria fawleri is associated with swimming in fresh water such as lakes and ponds. Not tap water. No, Canada has not had that show up in their water supply. They test their water supply to make sure it is safe. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Water_supply_and_sanitation_in_Canada
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Thanks. Appreciate the response. Can't find any indication this even exists in Canada at all let alone in tap water - which is obviously treated and chlorinated by the water company. Plus water in Canada is far too cold for this to survive. I'm just worrying unnecessarily I'm sure
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