Swimming in some lakes with still water can lead to infection with Legionella, bacteria that can cause pneumonia, and people who engage in open water swimming should be aware of this risk, say the aut ...

The condition, which entails pneumonia in both lungs, is potentially grave, according to health experts. Pope Francis, who ...

Swimming in some lakes with still water can lead to infection with Legionella -- a bacterium that can cause pneumonia -- said ...

KEY POINTS A 77-year-old man presented to the emergency department with a 4-day history of progressive weakness resulting in recurrent sudden falls at home. He also described fever and cough, ...

A pensioner caught potentially deadly Legionnaires’ disease from swimming in a lake. People who take part in open water ...

Summer days spent swimming in lakes are a cherished pastime for many of us. But for one 77-year-old man, a refreshing dip during his Iowa vacation led to an unexpected medical mystery.

Legionella bacteria pose a significant health risk, leading to Legionnaires’ disease, a severe and potentially fatal form of ...

Swimming in some lakes with still water can lead to infection with Legionella, bacteria that can cause pneumonia, and people who engage in open water ...

Racquel Bazos, Tribune News Service A public health expert said the city of Baltimore should commit to additional Legionella ...

In cases where Legionella pneumonia can be ruled out prior to treatment ... Immunity after infection with pre-Omicron strains was 81%, regardless of symptoms, compared with 54% for Omicron.

According to the Centers for Disease Control, Legionnaire’s disease is a serious type of pneumonia caused by Legionella bacteria. It is treatable with antibiotics, but there are some who are at ...

Legionella is the bacteria that causes Legionnaires’ disease, a serious form of pneumonia. It is commonly contracted by inhaling contaminated mist, as one could during a shower. Philip Hoyle ...