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Legionella: The “quiet pandemic”
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About Legionella
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A Primer On Legionella
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What is Legionella, and How to Prevent Legionella Contamination
It’s a hot topic when Legionella contamination turns up in apartment buildings, seniors’ homes and other facilities. But what is legionella? And does it really present a risk? What... Read More
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Most Wanted Microbes – Legionella
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Does the Risk of Legionnaire’s Disease Rise When There’s Lead in Your Water?
Ongoing monitoring shows that lead levels in Flint, Michigan’s water are dropping and getting closer to meeting federal safety standards. That’s some much-needed positive news for the community.... Read More
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Spotlight on Legionnaires’ Disease
There has been no shortage of media attention surrounding Legionnaires’ disease over the last six months given a highly publicized outbreak in New York City this summer and... Read More