What Is Legionnaires?
9. Prevention
Prevention of Legionnaires disease is largely possible. The responsibility falls largely on the owners of buildings that have large water systems and the water can be treated to help prevent the proliferation of the bacteria. This is especially important in places like care homes where the residents are likely to be in higher risk categories.
Smokers should also try and quit smoking, and not only to help keep themselves safe from legionnaire’s disease. Quitting the habit can help to improve the quality of the smoker’s life overall and lengthen their lives, while it can also be beneficial for people around them.
Advertisement
