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Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Our Blog | April 10, 2024
Prepare yourself for this deadly illness by knowing Legionnaires’ disease symptoms and how it is spread. Have you noticed a recent increase of Legionnaires’ disease cases in the news? Scientists have speculated an answer for that, and it has to… read more
What Organ System Does Legionella Affect?
Legionella,Legionnaire's disease | March 27, 2024
Legionella bacteria, the causative agents of Legionnaires’ disease, primarily affect the respiratory system when they infect humans. However, Legionella bacteria can also affect other organ systems in the body, leading to a range of symptoms and complications. How Legionella Affects… read more
Can Legionnaires’ Disease be Transmitted Through Air Conditioning Systems?
Legionella,Legionnaire's disease | March 18, 2024
Legionnaires’ disease, a severe form of pneumonia caused by the Legionella bacteria, has been associated with outbreaks linked to air conditioning systems and other HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) systems. How is Legionnaires’ Disease Transmitted Through Air Conditioning Systems?… read more
Can Legionnaires’ Disease be Transmitted Through Swimming Pools?
Legionella,Legionnaire's disease | March 6, 2024
Legionnaires’ disease, a severe form of pneumonia caused by the Legionella bacteria, can be transmitted through various water sources, including swimming pools. While the risk of transmission in properly maintained swimming pools is generally low, certain conditions can create an… read more
2022 Napa Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak
Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 10, 2024
In a December publication of the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, a recap and wrap-up of the 2022 Legionnaires’ disease outbreak in Napa was published. Unsurprisingly, data points to a cooling tower as… read more
Langston Hughes Apartments Legionnaires’ Outbreak
Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 9, 2024
A public housing complex located in Brownsville, near Brooklyn is under investigation after two Legionnaires’ disease cases were linked to two buildings. They are looking into the water system to determine the source of the illnesses. New York Health provides… read more
Incubation Period for Legionella
Legionella,Legionnaire's disease | December 26, 2023
Legionella, a bacterium found in water environments, can pose a health risk when it causes Legionnaires’ disease, a severe form of pneumonia. Understanding the incubation period for Legionella is pivotal in identifying and addressing cases promptly. The incubation period represents… read more
Legionella Recovery Diet: Best Things to Eat While Sick from Legionella
Legionella | November 1, 2023
Coping with Legionella infection requires careful attention to your diet to support your recovery. Here’s a guide on the foods that can aid healing and alleviate symptoms. Hydration is Key Legionella infection can lead to pneumonia, and staying hydrated is… read more
Donated Organs Cause Legionnaires’ Disease?
Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Our Blog | September 25, 2023
A study of the first reported cases of transplant patients likely contracting Legionnaires’ disease from donor organs was published in a weekly Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report. Two patients receiving lungs from the same donor fell ill… read more
What to Do if You Suspect a Legionella Outbreak
Legionella,Legionnaire's disease | July 28, 2023
It is essential to know what to do if you suspect a Legionella outbreak. Prompt and appropriate action can help prevent the spread of the disease and protect the health of those at risk. Inform the Relevant Authorities Contact your… read more