Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis (PAM)

Organism & Disease Condition

Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis (PAM) is caused by an ameba called Naegleria fowleri.

For information on all types of amebic central nervous system infections, visit the  Amebic Meningitis / Encephalitis webpage.

General Information & Resources

Mailing Address

Disease Surveillance and Epidemiology Section
Mail Code: 3082
P.O. Box 149347
Austin , TX 78714-9347
United States

Physical Address

Disease Surveillance and Epidemiology Section
Moreton Building, Suite M-631
1100 West 49th Street
Austin , TX 78756-3199
United States