Legionella infections have been determined in the Lower Vorarlberg Rhine Valley since the beginning of the year. It is emphasized on the side of the country that you are looking for the reasons for it.
Of a total of 15 known cases in Vorarlberg, eleven eleven are in the lower Rhine valley. The State Medical Directorate is now working on identifying possible relationships. At the same time, the environmental institute draws samples from possible sources of infections. The employment office (Ages) carries out further clarifications. The results of the research are only expected in about two weeks because the breeding of the bacteria and the technical assessment are very time -consuming.
Many possible deerfociors
The bacterium “Legionella Pneumophila” is transmitted by foggy water. The pathogen -containing drops can be spread and inhaled in the air. Possible sources of infections are showers, humidifiers or cranes, cooling towers or air conditioning systems. Transfer, whirlpools and fountains are also possible in swimming pools via waterfalls, slides, whirlpools and fountains. Under certain circumstances, dealing with compost and vegetable soil can also be a source of infection.
Two different diseases
Legionella causes two different diseases in humans: Legionary Disease and Pontiac Fever. The first is a serious pneumonia that must be treated with antibiotics. The Pontiac fever is milder with flu-like symptoms and usually heals within two to five days.
Source: Krone
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