Legionnaires Disease

Category: Infectious Disease / Bacterial Pneumonia

Legionnaires' disease is a severe form of pneumonia caused by the bacterium Legionella pneumophila, typically acquired by inhaling contaminated water droplets from sources like cooling towers or hot tubs.

Global Prevalence

Estimated 10,000-18,000 cases reported annually in the US, but likely underdiagnosed. Global incidence varies. (Source: CDC)

Medical Breakthroughs

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