Document provides information about bacteria that can grow in water systems Infection prevention experts from the Bureau of Health Care Quality and Compliance (HCQC) have created a guidance document about Legionnaires’ disease, which is a very serious type of pneumonia (lung infection) caused by bacteria called Legionella.
This bacteria is of concern to residential facilities because it can grow in water systems, such as hot and cold tap water, in shower heads and sink faucets, whirlpool spas, cooling towers (structures that contain water and a fan as part of centralized air-cooling systems for buildings), decorative fountains and water features, hot water tanks and heaters, and large, complex plumbing systems. An outbreak could be potentially more dangerous at a facility populated by residents over age 65 with risk factors such as diabetes or other health issues. View or download the guidance document under the “Legionella Infection and Prevention” section at dpbh.nv.gov/assistedliving/.
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AuthorThe Bureau of Health Care Quality and Compliance (HCQC) licenses medical and other health facilities, child care facilities and personnel, and medical laboratories and personnel in Nevada. HCQC also conducts compliance surveys and takes complaints. Archives
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