Three cases were declared to the public health department between the end of July and Aug. 8.
The department said the cases, which were reported to public health between the end of July and Aug. 8, were identified in Anjou and Mercier-Ouest.
“There is no need to worry for the population of eastern Montreal, except to remain vigilant for the appearance of symptoms similar to those of pneumonia or evensuch as high fever, chills, cough, fatigue, muscle aches or loss of appetite,” Montreal public health said in an email on Wednesday. All cases appeared east of Highway 25, south of Highway 40, west of George V Ave. and north of the river.
“An investigation is underway to identify whether the three cases were exposed to the same source,” public health said. “This particularly targets water-cooling towers.”Article content The bacteria that causes the disease is generally found in fresh water, but occasionally also in significant quantities in artificial water sources, public health said. It transmits through contaminated droplets, which can travel long distances in the air, though chances of catching the disease are very low. Symptoms can appear from two to 10 days after exposure.Several cases of the disease are signalled to Montreal public health every year, it said.
South Africa Latest News, South Africa Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Calgary police seek suspect in July shootingPolice are trying to locate a woman believed to be involved in a July shooting that left one man with life\u002Daltering injuries.
Read more »
Calgary police seek public assistance to locate suspect in July shootingThe Calgary Police is asking for public assistance in looking for a young woman wanted in connection to a July shooting.
Read more »
Calgary police seek suspect in July shootingPolice are trying to locate a woman believed to be involved in a July shooting that left one man with life\u002Daltering injuries.
Read more »
18 New Calgary Restaurants That Opened in July - Avenue CalgaryCheck out these new spots for plant-based fare, Cambodian cuisine, coffee, pizza, fried chicken and more. yyc supportlocalyyceats
Read more »
BREAKING: 16 deaths recorded during B.C.’s July heat wave - Terrace StandardHeat-related death data first since review into 2021 heat dome was issued
Read more »
Women sought in relation to July shooting in Calgary - Calgary | Globalnews.caThe Calgary Police Service is looking for a woman believed to be involved in a shooting that took place last month in Inglewood. yyc
Read more »