Legionnaires’ Disease: A Comprehensive Guide to Prevention, Symptoms, and Treatment
Legionnaires’ Disease: A Comprehensive Guide to Prevention, Symptoms, and Treatment Understanding Legionnaires’ Disease Legionnaires’ disease, a severe form of pneumonia, is caused by the bacterium Legionella pneumophila. This bacterium thrives in warm, moist environments, making water systems a prime breeding ground. While not directly contagious from person to person, exposure to contaminated water sources can … Read more