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Infant Critically Ill with Legionnaires' Disease in Makarios Hospital

An infant diagnosed with Legionnaires' disease is in critical condition in the neonatal intensive care unit of Makarios hospital.

Background

Legionnaires' disease is a severe form of pneumonia caused by Legionella bacteria, often found in water systems. Outbreaks typically occur when people inhale contaminated water droplets from sources like cooling towers, hot tubs, or large plumbing systems. Public health agencies monitor and investigate cases to identify and mitigate sources of infection.

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Infant Critically Ill with Legionnaires' Disease

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