What Must Landlords Know About Legionella
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Legionella is a type of bacteria that's found in lakes, rivers, and reservoirs. While it's typically harmless in its natural environment, Legionella becomes a huge health concern when it spreads in man-made water systems. The most well-known species is Legionella pneumophila, which is responsible for the majority of human infections, including Legionnaires’ disease. Legionella can spread in man-made water systems that store or circulate water...
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Who Is Responsible for Legionella Safety in Your Building
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Legionella is a form of bacteria that's naturally found in lakes and streams. However, Legionella is a serious health concern when it grows and spreads in human-made water systems like cooling towers, hot tubs, fountains, and plumbing systems. The most dangerous strain of this bacterium is Legionella pneumophila, which is responsible for most illnesses in humans. When people inhale small droplets of water that contain Legionella, they can...
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