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Connecticut Man Hospitalized with Legionnaires’ Disease from Garden Hose Water Bong
May 30, 2024
A Connecticut man was hospitalized with Legionnaires’ disease from an unlikely source. Garden hose water bong was the likely source. Determining the cause of this man’s lung infection puzzled doctors, until information revealed the cannabis-related clue. This was the topic… read more
Legionnaires’ Disease at Piatt County Nursing Home Linked to Death of Resident
April 25, 2024
Legionnaires’ disease at Piatt County Nursing Home linked to death of resident. A resident of Piatt County Nursing Home in Monticello, Illinois died after contracting Legionnaires’ disease. The investigation is ongoing. Illinois Department of Public Health Issues Statement about Legionnaires’… read more
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’s in Your Tap Water? Legionnaires’ Disease Linked to Most Tap Water Outbreaks.
March 27, 2024
A recent study looking at drinking or tap water outbreaks found some startling facts. Legionnaires’ disease was linked to most tap water outbreaks. Turns out, biofilms may be the largest contributing factor. Waterborne and Tap Water Outbreaks Waterborne pathogens are… read more
Can Legionnaires’ Disease be Transmitted Through Air Conditioning Systems?
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?
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
Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak at Sydney University Prompts Alert
March 5, 2024
University officials issued an urgent warning in response to a Legionnaires’ outbreak at Sydney University. So far there have been at least seven cases in this Legionnaires’ disease cluster resulting in three hospitalizations. All involved in this outbreak indicate they… read more
Health Department Confirms Legionnaires’ Disease at St. Margaret Hall Cincinnati Nursing Home
March 5, 2024
The Cincinnati Health Department confirmed at least one case of Legionnaires’ disease at St. Margaret Hall, a Cincinnati nursing home. Nursing home residents are considered a susceptible population, meaning they are at higher risk of becoming sick when exposed to… read more
What Legal Implications are Associated with Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreaks?
March 1, 2024
Legionnaires’ disease can have significant legal implications when outbreaks occur. These implications can involve various stakeholders, including individuals and families affected by the disease, healthcare facilities, building owners, employers, and public health authorities. Insurance Claims Insurance coverage may play a… read more
2022 Napa Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak
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