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Discovering Legionella bacteria in a building can be alarming for property owners, facility managers, and occupants alike. Because Legionella are the bacteria responsible for Legionnaires’ disease, a serious and sometimes...
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Water is one of the most essential, yet most overlooked components of medical device reprocessing. As expectations around patient safety, infection prevention, and regulatory compliance continue to rise, healthcare facilities...
Legionella bacteria can pose a serious health risk when conditions allow them to grow and spread through a building’s water system. Legionnaires’ disease, a severe form of pneumonia, occurs when...
Why Legionella Compliance Matters Legionella is more than a compliance buzzword, it’s a serious public health concern that can have life-threatening consequences if not managed properly. This naturally occurring bacterium...
In 2025, Legionnaires’ disease has once again made national headlines, with several high-profile outbreaks underscoring just how disruptive, and deadly, this waterborne illness can be. From Harlem, New York, where...
What Is Legionnaires’ Disease? Legionnaires’ disease is a serious type of pneumonia (lung infection) caused by Legionella bacteria. While it primarily affects the lungs, if left untreated it can lead...
