Legionnaires' Disease

In this episode of Safer for VRS, I'll share some important insights about Legionnaires' disease. It's a serious disease caused by Legionella bacteria that is primarily transferred through water droplets and is not contagious from person to person. Legionnaires' disease has a mortality rate of 1 in 10 and can take a lot of time to get under control once someone contracts it.

To prevent Legionnaires' disease, it's crucial to use a water management program and regularly check the disinfectant and other chemicals in hot tubs. Consult with local public health or state public health departments to check for the bacteria regularly to prevent exposure. Legionella bacteria is naturally occurring and can persist in an environment if water becomes stagnant. Cleaning protocols have been established by the CDC to help remove it.

We must take every precaution to prevent Legionnaires' disease. By using proper water management programs and regularly checking disinfectant and other chemicals, we can help keep ourselves and our loved ones safe. Listen to this episode now if you want to learn more about Legionnaires' disease and how to protect yourself and your community from this potentially deadly bacteria.

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