Legionnaires' Disease outbreak in Holland
July 12, 2006
Legionella, the bacteria that causes Legionnaires' Disease, has been discovered in almost 20 cases in Holland. While no common cause has been identified yet, one potential source is contaminated water in heating and cooling systems, as well as in hot-water heaters. The bacteria
grows best in warm water.
Ultraviolet disinfection has been
proven to kill Legionella bacteria.
Related products:
UV disinfection systems
Past updates:
last revised July 2006