Controlling Chaos: How the Department of Health Handles Legionella Outbreaks
When a Legionnaires' disease outbreak is suspected or confirmed, the Department of Health or relevant health authorities will initiate a...
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The Tenacious Intruder: Why Legionella Keeps Coming Back
Proactively testing for Legionella allows a facility to stay ahead of a Legionnaires' Disease outbreak. But what about those facilities that...
From Mystery Illness to Epidemic: The Evolution of Legionnaires' Disease
Legionella bacteria naturally occur in freshwater environments such as lakes and rivers. They can become a concern when they proliferate and are...
Legionella Unleashed: Exploring the Factors Enabling its Growth in Cooling Towers
Legionella bacteria can pose a risk of growing in Cooling Towers under certain conditions. Cooling Towers are part of the heating, ventilation, and...
The Perfect Storm: Hurricanes and Legionnaires' Disease
As hurricane season approaches, the focus is primarily on the potential destruction caused by catastrophic winds, heavy rains, and flooding. However,...
Environmental Factors Contributing to Legionella Growth
Legionella bacteria are more prevalent during warmer months, typically between late spring and early fall. The warmer temperatures create an ideal...
Droplets of Change: The Impactful Role of A Water Management plan
Legionella Water Management Plans are of paramount importance due to the significant risks posed by Legionella bacteria. These plans are essential...