The epidemic of legionaries infects dozens of bacterial pneumonia in the big city
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An epidemic of bacterial pneumonia infected dozens of people in New York, according to health officials.
A total of 58 people received a diagnosis of legionaries’ disease, a type of pneumonia caused by the LEGIONELLA bacteria.
Two people died, the New York Health Service confirmed in a press release on August 4.
Death reported after the legionaries’ disease epidemic in the center of life of seniors
The case group is concentrated in the center of Harlem and the limited communities (postal codes 10027, 10030, 10035, 10037 and 10039).
“Anyone in these postal codes with pseudo-Grippal symptoms must contact a health care provider as soon as possible,” said acting health commissioner, Dr. Michelle Morse, in the alert of the Health Department.
In total, 58 people in the center of Harlem received a diagnosis of legionaries’ disease, bacterial pneumonia. (istock)
The legionaries are generally found in lakes, streams and other freshwater environments.
However, it can develop and propagate inside via shower potatoes, sink taps, whirlpools, water features / fountains, plumbing systems and other water systems where conditions are favorable to the growth of Legionella bacteria, according to the centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
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When people swallow or breathe water droplets that contain Legionella, they can potentially become sick with legionaries’ disease.
The disease generally does not spread from one person to another, according to the CDC.
Legionella bacteria ‘disease, which can cause pseudo-grapple symptoms and respiratory problems. (istock)
In the case of the New York epidemic, the Department of Health ordered the State to correct 11 towers of cooling which have been tested positive for bacteria.
“Legionaries’ disease can be treated effectively if diagnosed early, but New Yorkers at higher risk, such as adults aged 50 and over and those who smoke or have chronic pulmonary conditions, should be particularly attentive to their symptoms and request care from the start of symptoms,” added Morse.
Symptoms and risk
The symptoms of legionaries’ disease generally appear between two and 14 days after exposure.
The condition generally causes pseudo-grippal symptoms, especially coughs, chills, muscle pain, fever or difficulty breathing.
Some patients may also feel nausea, diarrhea and confusion, noted the CDC.
When people swallow or breathe water droplets that contain Legionella, they can potentially become sick with legionaries’ disease. (istock)
“The nature of the symptoms is not necessarily what differentiates the Legionella from other causes, but the history of exposure of” human manufacturing tanks “, although it can be difficult to discern very early in infection and / or in an epidemic,” said Goodyear.
Those who have one of these symptoms should Look for a doctor Immediately, the CDC advises.
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The groups most at risk include smokers, people aged 50 and over, those who suffer from chronic pulmonary disease and immunocompromised people, according to health officials.
“Other risk factors include advanced age, cardiovascular diseaseObesity and compromise immune systems, “said Fox News Digital, Dr. Nathan Goodyear, integrative medicine doctor at Williams Cancer Institute in California.
About 10% of people who contract legionaries will die from complications.
The diagnosis of legionaries’ disease is made by pulmonary radiography, urine test and laboratory analysis of a lazy sample.
Most people with the disease will recover with an antibiotic course.
In some patients, however, serious illness can cause pulmonary failure or death, according to the CDC.
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About 10% of people who contract legionaries will die from these complications – and the risk of mortality increases to 25% for those who obtain legionaries while staying in a health establishment.
“Treatment should be early and aggressive,” Goodyear told Fox News Digital. “Legionella infection is an intracellular infection that requires antibiotic treatment. “”
Legionella bacteria can develop and spread inside via shower potatoes, sink taps, swirls, water characteristics / fountains, plumbing systems and other water systems. (istock)
Antibiotics that are suitable for infection in Legionella include levofloxacin and azithromycin.
“Therapy can be prescribed orally in healthy individuals … But intravenous antibiotics often prove to be the initial option of treatment secondary to the pathogenicity of the disease,” said Goodyear.
Prevention strategies
Currently, there are no vaccines for legionaries’ disease.
The best strategy to prevent infection is to reduce the growth and spread of Legionella bacteria.
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The CDC recommends that owners of buildings and managers use a water management program to reduce the risk.
To avoid serious legionaries diseases, Goodyear recommends that all Smokers kick the habitAnd also underlines the need to “aggressively support” a chronic pulmonary disease.
