Legionnaires’ Disease a Growing Concern in Australia
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Outbreaks of Legionnaires’ disease have grown more common since it’s discovery in 1976, including a 100 case outbreak in Melbourne last month.
As the prevalence of the disease grows, so does the concern for Australians.
Legionella pneumophila, a bacteria that infects the lungs and causes a severe form of pneumonia, spreads through aerosols – usually air conditioners. Cooling towers connected to air conditioners are a breeding ground for the bacteria, and once contaminated, is impossible to get out.
Does Legionnaires’ pose a major threat to Australians?
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