Jordan Cole Smelski

Jordan died from Primary Amoebic Meningoencephalitis on July 2, 2014 at the age of 11. Jordan was a fun loving child with a passion for soccer, horseback riding, zip lining, art and video games. While on vacation, Jordan contracted the amoeba Naegleria fowleri, while swimming in hot springs.

THIRD ANNUAL

Jordan Smelski Foundation Walk for Amoeba Awareness

– Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018 –

Registration and Details

Upcoming Events

CNN “Tiny Monsters” 8:00 PM EST on HLN » View Trailer	JUL 22
Beach Walk	OCT 6
Jordan’s Sporting Goods Store	DEC 8-9
PAM Summit	APR 12

MISSION

To create global awareness about the risks associated with amoebas in fresh warm water and educate families and medical communities about the risks from Naegleria fowleri and Primary Amoebic Meningoencephalitis (PAM).

Our Mission

Create global awareness about
the risks associated with amoebas
in fresh warm water.

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Meet Jordan

Jordan passed away on July 2, 2014 from Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis (PAM).

JORDAN’S STORY

Research

Learn about the research
funded by the
Jordan Smelski Foundation.

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Amoeba Facts

Get the facts about PAM and the
Naegleria fowleri amoeba.

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