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health5 days ago•34 min saved

Lawsuit links Legionella exposure at Las Vegas hotels to guest’s death

The estate of Gary Curtis Jones filed a wrongful-death and survival lawsuit in Clark County District Court against The Grandview at Las Vegas and South Point casino-hotel and their owners, alleging negligence after Jones, an Alabama business traveler, contracted Legionnaires’ disease during a March 2023 Las Vegas trip and died on April 2, 2023. The suit describes fatigue and respiratory failure before his hospitalization for sepsis and attributes his death to the infection. Investigations reportedly found Legionella in the South Point water system and cited prior positive tests at both properties; Grandview denied Jones stayed there during the incubation period, a claim SNHD reportedly verified. The plaintiffs seek a jury trial and damages for wrongful death and related claims.

via Yahoo|

#grandview-las-vegas #health #las-vegas

health26 days ago•1 min saved

Legionella positive in Atlanta VA patient prompts cleaning and monitoring

An immunocompromised patient at the Atlanta VA Health Care System died after testing positive for Legionella. The facility sampled the patient’s room and a nearby ice machine; routine water-system testing on the seventh floor had been negative for two years. Other patients were relocated, the area disinfected, and investigators consulted federal health agencies. There are no active Legionella cases reported at the facility.

via WSB-TV|

#health #infection-control #legionella

health1 month ago•1 min saved

Christ Reports Six Cases of Legionella Pneumonia

Christ Hospital in Cincinnati has identified six cases of Legionella pneumonia over the past three months, with three resulting in death. The hospital has responded by testing water systems and installing filters to prevent further cases.

via WKRC|

#health #hospital #legionella

health2 months ago•2 min saved

Second Death at NJ Hospital Linked to Legionella Outbreak

Two patients have died at St. Joseph’s Medical Center in Paterson, New Jersey, after contracting Legionnaires' disease from the hospital's water system, which was found to contain Legionella bacteria. The hospital has taken extensive measures to disinfect the water system and is monitoring the situation, with no additional cases reported. The incident highlights ongoing risks of Legionella in healthcare settings, especially for vulnerable populations.

via NJ.com|

#health #hospital #legionella

health2 months ago•1 min saved

Second Legionella Patient Dies at St. Joseph's Hospital in Paterson

A second patient at St. Joseph's University Medical Center in Paterson, NJ, who tested positive for Legionella bacteria, has died. The hospital's water system was found to be contaminated with Legionella, prompting an investigation and water treatment. The incident has raised concerns about hospital water safety and Legionnaires' disease risks, especially for patients with underlying health conditions.

via ABC7 New York|

#health #hospital-water-system #legionella

health6 months ago•5 min saved

Are Air Conditioners Making You Sick? Microbiologist Explains the Risks

While air conditioning provides comfort, poorly maintained systems can harbor microbes, chemicals, and fungi, potentially causing respiratory issues, infections like Legionnaires' disease, and sick building syndrome, especially with prolonged exposure and inadequate maintenance.

via PBS|

#air-conditioning #airborne-infections #health

health6 months ago•5 min saved

Can Air Conditioning Cause Illness? A Microbiologist's Perspective

Improperly maintained air conditioning systems can harbor bacteria, fungi, and viruses, leading to health issues like sick building syndrome, Legionnaires' disease, and fungal or viral infections. Regular cleaning and proper maintenance of AC units are essential to reduce these risks and prevent the spread of airborne infections, including COVID.

via Study Finds|

#ac-maintenance #air-conditioning #health

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Can Air Conditioning Cause Sick Building Syndrome and Illness?

Poorly maintained or malfunctioning air conditioning systems can harbor microbes, release toxins, and contribute to sick building syndrome, which causes symptoms like headaches, respiratory issues, and fatigue. Proper maintenance and cleaning are essential to reduce health risks associated with AC use.

via ScienceAlert|

#ac-maintenance #air-conditioning #health

health8 months ago•1 min saved

Berks Closes South Campus Over Legionella Bacteria in Water

Berks County South Campus has closed temporarily after detecting legionella bacteria in its water system, prompting safety measures including water system chlorination and restricted access, while allowing occupancy with precautions due to the bacteria's potential to cause severe pneumonia and other symptoms.

via Reading Eagle|

#berks-county #health #legionella

health-safety1 year ago•3 min saved

"CDC Report: Assessing the Safety of Tap Water for Drinking"

A recent CDC report highlights 214 intestine-related disease outbreaks associated with drinking water in the U.S. between 2015 and 2020, resulting in at least 2,140 cases of illness, 563 hospitalizations, and 88 deaths. Biofilms, particularly Legionella bacteria, were identified as common contributing factors. The report underscores the need for better water surveillance, prevention, and outbreak response programs. To ensure safer drinking water, the CDC recommends boiling water, using certified water filters, purchasing distilled or sterile water for specific uses, and regularly cleaning and maintaining water-related appliances.

via WJW FOX 8 News Cleveland|

#cdc #health-safety #legionella

health1 year ago•3 min saved

"CDC Report: Assessing the Safety of Tap Water for Drinking"

A recent CDC report highlights 214 waterborne disease outbreaks associated with drinking water in the U.S. between 2015 and 2020, resulting in over 2,100 cases of illness, 563 hospitalizations, and 88 deaths. Biofilms, particularly Legionella bacteria, were identified as common contributors to these outbreaks, emphasizing the need for better water surveillance and prevention programs. The CDC recommends precautions such as boiling water, using water filters, and regularly cleaning water-related appliances to protect against waterborne germs at home.

via The Hill|

#cdc #health #legionella

public-health1 year ago•63 min saved

"Waterborne Disease Outbreak Surveillance in the United States: 2015-2020 Analysis"

Public health agencies in the U.S. voluntarily report waterborne disease outbreaks to CDC through the National Outbreak Reporting System (NORS). From 2015 to 2020, 214 drinking water-associated outbreaks were reported, resulting in at least 2,140 cases of illness, 563 hospitalizations, and 88 deaths. Legionella was the leading cause of outbreaks, hospitalizations, and deaths, particularly in community and noncommunity water systems, health care facilities, and private residences. Biofilm-associated pathogens, including Legionella and nontuberculous mycobacteria, emerged as predominant causes of hospitalizations and deaths from waterborne and drinking water-related diseases. Public health surveillance and prevention programs are crucial in reducing the risk of waterborne diseases.

via CDC|

#biofilm-pathogens #drinking-water-outbreaks #legionella

health-public-safety1 year ago•5 min saved

"CDC Warns of Deadly Bacterial Infection in America's Tap Water"

A new CDC report warns of a deadly waterborne disease problem in the US, with Legionella bacteria causing 184 outbreaks from 2015 to 2020, resulting in 786 illnesses, 544 hospitalizations, and 86 deaths. Most outbreaks were linked to public water systems, and Legionella-associated outbreaks continued to increase, particularly in community and noncommunity water systems. The bacteria spreads through contaminated aerosols from water systems, causing potentially fatal pneumonia or less serious illness. The report highlights the need for improved detection and prevention measures, as well as the importance of early antibiotic treatment for survival.

via Daily Mail|

#cdc #health-public-safety #legionella

health2 years ago•1 min saved

"NH Resort Hot Tub Linked to Legionella Outbreak: 1 Dead, 1 Sick"

A hot tub at the Mountain View Grand Resort and Spa in New Hampshire is believed to be the source of Legionella exposure for two out-of-state guests, resulting in one death and one hospitalization. The hot tub remains closed, and initial tests of the resort's water system did not find Legionella. The resort has eliminated the hot tub and is working with health officials to ensure guest safety. Legionnaires' disease is caused by Legionella bacteria and spreads through inhaling contaminated water droplets.

via NBC10 Boston|

#health #hot-tub #legionella

health2 years ago•2 min saved

Legionella Outbreak Forces Closure of McNamara Federal Building

Portions of the Patrick McNamara Federal building in downtown Detroit have been closed after elevated levels of Legionella, copper, and lead were found. Legionella was first detected in August in a cooling tower on the building's roof, and subsequent testing revealed the presence of the bacteria at multiple sites within the building. The affected areas have been closed off, and additional flushing and chlorine testing are being conducted. Legionella can cause Pontiac Fever or Legionnaire's disease, a serious type of pneumonia. The union president for the National Labor Relations Board has expressed concern for the safety of employees and visitors.

via WXYZ 7 Action News Detroit|

#elevated-levels #health #legionella