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Despite its exotic name, suggesting it is only present in far-flung parts of the world, Legionella pneumophila bacteria has a well-established presence in so-called first world countries as well. Between 10,000 and 18,000 people in the United States alone are infected with Legionella every year. That is why determining the correct legionella risk assessment frequency can be very important and ultimately save lives.

There is no vaccine against it, and the disease is treated by antibiotics and the mortality rate is at about 10% (altro…)