Legionnaire’s disease

Legionella Detection at Colonial Vista Post Acute & Rehabilitation! Is There a Legionella Outbreak?

Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | April 14, 2026

Colonial Vista Post Acute in Wenatchee, Washington announced on their social media the facility had a Legionella bacteria detection and that the problem has been resolved. However, an initial announcement was not made on their page. Is there a Legionnaires’… read more

I’ve Been Notified of a Legionnaires’ Outbreak: What Do I Do?

Legionella,Legionnaire's disease | April 14, 2026

If you are notified of a Legionnaires’ outbreak, act quickly by assessing your exposure, monitoring symptoms, and seeking medical care if needed. Legionnaires’ disease is often linked to contaminated water systems, and early steps can be critical if you later pursue a claim.Step 1: Determine Your Level of ExposureStart by identifying whether you were in…

Older Patients with Legionella Pneumonia and Certain Underlying Conditions Experience Higher Death Rates, Says Mayo Clinic Research

Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | April 8, 2026

Legionella pneumonia is a serious illness. Legionnaires’ disease, the illness associated with Legionella pneumonia, has been associated with hotels, resorts, gyms, large buildings with cooling towers, and hospitals. It is especially dangerous in hospitals because the patients are likely experiencing… read more

Where Are You Most Likely to Catch Legionella?

Legionella,Legionnaire's disease | April 7, 2026

You are most likely to catch Legionella in large buildings or facilities with complex water systems that produce airborne mist, such as hotels, hospitals, and large buildings. Legionnaires’ disease occurs when contaminated water droplets are inhaled, which can happen when those systems are not properly maintained. The Most Common Places of ExposureLegionella grows best in…

Is Legionnaires’ Contagious?

Legionella,Legionnaire's disease | April 1, 2026

Legionnaires’ disease is not considered contagious in most situations. People do not typically spread it from person to person. Instead, individuals become infected by inhaling water droplets that contain Legionella bacteria. How Legionnaires’ Disease SpreadsLegionnaires’ disease develops when a person breathes in microscopic water droplets contaminated with Legionella bacteria. These droplets often come from man-made…

The City College of New York Issued Legionella and Disinfection Notification, Again.

Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | March 12, 2026

For the second time in six months, The City College of New York distributed a notification of a positive Legionella test result and subsequent disinfection. The notice referred to a cooling tower in the Marshak Science Building. But this isn’t… read more

Guests of Ritz-Carlton Bachelor Gulch Received Notice of Legionnaires’ Disease, Subsequent Hot Tub Closure

Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 19, 2026

Guests of the Ritz-Carlton Bachelor Gulch received an ominous note in the form of “guest communication,” regarding a serious illness linked to the hotel. According to missive, reports of Legionnaires’ disease have been connected to the facility. In response to… read more

Possible Outbreak of Legionnaires’ Disease in Albuquerque, Hotel Suspected Source

Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 17, 2026

A possible outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease in Albuquerque, New Mexico might be linked to an area hotel. Quality Inn & Suites, located at 6100 Iliff Road NW. If you have recently stayed at this hotel or one in the area… read more

Bronson Medical Hospital Investigated for Legionnaires’ Disease After Patient Diagnosed with Deadly Illness

Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 4, 2026

A patient at Bronson Medical Hospital in Kalamazoo, Michigan has been diagnosed with Legionnaires’ disease after being treated at the facility. Bronson officials say that they are investigating the potential exposure with several medical officials to better understand the situation…. read more

Deadly Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak in Ector County Claims Two Lives, Sickens at Least a Dozen

Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | February 2, 2026

At least twelve people have contracted the deadly waterborne illness, Legionnaires’ disease, in Ector County. Two people have died. The Make Food Safe Blog reported on a similar uptick in Legionnaires’ disease cases last Summer. Could these outbreaks be related?… read more