From Raleigh, N.C.: A teenager has died from a rare infection. The organism that caused the illness thrives in certain warm bodies of water. Health officials initially reported the teen was in critical condition, but the outcome was fatal.

The teenager passed away on Monday. The infection was identified as being caused by a specific type of amoeba. Further details about the case are available from health officials.

The family's privacy is being protected, so the teenager has not been identified. Condolences have been expressed to those affected by the loss.