Health officials in Napa County are investigating an outbreak of Legionnaires' disease after nine confirmed cases were reported, county officials announced Friday.
of Legionnaires' disease after nine confirmed cases were reported, county officials announced Friday.
Legionnaires' disease is a type of pneumonia caused by bacteria called Legionella. It is not spread person-to-person but is transmitted via breathing in small droplets of water containing the bacteria. It can also be ingested through accidental aspiration of tap water into the lungs, which is a greater risk for people who have trouble swallowing.
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