Legionnaire’s disease

Connecticut Man Hospitalized with Legionnaires’ Disease from Garden Hose Water Bong

A Connecticut man was hospitalized with Legionnaires' disease from an unlikely source. Garden hose water bong was the likely source.…

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Legionnaires’ Disease at Piatt County Nursing Home Linked to Death of Resident

Legionnaires’ disease at Piatt County Nursing Home linked to death of resident. A resident of Piatt County Nursing Home in…

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Legionnaires’ Disease Cases on the Rise, Says CDC. These Are the Legionnaires’ Disease Symptoms to Look For!

Prepare yourself for this deadly illness by knowing Legionnaires’ disease symptoms and how it is spread. Have you noticed a…

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What’s in Your Tap Water? Legionnaires’ Disease Linked to Most Tap Water Outbreaks.

A recent study looking at drinking or tap water outbreaks found some startling facts. Legionnaires’ disease was linked to most…

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What Organ System Does Legionella Affect?

Legionella bacteria, the causative agents of Legionnaires' disease, primarily affect the respiratory system when they infect humans. However, Legionella bacteria…

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Can Legionnaires’ Disease be Transmitted Through Air Conditioning Systems?

Legionnaires' disease, a severe form of pneumonia caused by the Legionella bacteria, has been associated with outbreaks linked to air…

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Can Legionnaires’ Disease be Transmitted Through Swimming Pools?

Legionnaires' disease, a severe form of pneumonia caused by the Legionella bacteria, can be transmitted through various water sources, including…

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Health Department Confirms Legionnaires’ Disease at St. Margaret Hall Cincinnati Nursing Home

The Cincinnati Health Department confirmed at least one case of Legionnaires’ disease at St. Margaret Hall, a Cincinnati nursing home.…

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What Legal Implications are Associated with Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreaks?

Legionnaires' disease can have significant legal implications when outbreaks occur. These implications can involve various stakeholders, including individuals and families…

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2022 Napa Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak

In a December publication of the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, a recap…

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