In the event of being diagnosed with Legionnaires’ disease infection, it is important to understand that there can be no claim made on behalf of the victim unless a determination can be made about the source of the infection and who is potentially liable. Legionnaires’ disease is an infection caused by bacteria known as Legionella. […]
Has The Bronx Legionnaires’ Outbreak Been Under-Reported?
This is not meant to be a grim prediction, but after receiving a number of calls from people who have been affected by the Bronx Legionnaires exposure, it is apparent that the total number of persons that will ultimately become ill from the exposure is likely to be 200 people or more. In Portugal last […]
South Bronx, New York City Legionnaires’ Outbreak
UPDATE 8/10/15: According to today’s press conference by Mayor Bill de Blasio, the death toll for the Bronx outbreak has been increased to 12 people. UPDATE 8/7/15: Latest reports are that New York City officials now saying 10 people have died in the Bronx, New York outbreak of Legionnaires’ Disease, and a total of 100 […]
Legionnaires Outbreak at SpringHill Suites Marriott Hotel in Orlando FL
Confirmed Source: Spring Hill Suites Marriot in Altamonte Springs, Florida (Orlando) Sources have confirmed that there has been a legionnaires disease outbreak originating from a hotel near Orlando, in Altamonte Springs, Florida. WFTV.com has identified the hotel as SpringHill Suites Marriott. Other sources have indicated that the Florida Department of Health in conducting an investigation, […]
Using Pulmonary Function Test to Measure Permanent Respiratory Damage
The aftereffects of legionnaires disease generally include the loss or reduction of full respiratory function. Victims of legionnaires disease are many times very active and healthy people. Recent clients have included triathletes, bicycle enthusiasts, and off road hikers. Once the severe symptoms of the disease have been reduced, these individuals still suffered from the inability […]
Hospital Acquired vs Community Acquired Legionnaires’ Disease
There have been a number of recent reports of Legionnaires’ disease being contracted in hospitals (most recently in Cleveland), including VA medical facilities. Most hospitals maintain safe conditions for their patients, but many times it is the hospital location that exposes the victim to legionnaires disease. Important Distinction Between a Hospital Acquired Condition and a […]
Testing for Legionnaires Disease
Is the Urine Antigen test the exclusive test method for confirming or ruling out Legionnaires Disease? NO The diagnosis of Legionnaires disease cannot be based on clinical or radiological evidence alone. There is no single satisfactory laboratory test for Legionnaires disease. Culture results, serology, and antigen detection methods should all be used in conjunction with […]
Thin Skull Doctrine and Legionnaires’ Disease
The Thin Skull Doctrine (or Eggshell skull rule) is a common rule in the United States that a negligent offender who causes injury to another cannot complain or reduce their responsibility if the victim has some weakened condition. The thin skull or eggshell skull rule refers to the example where a victim with a frail […]
Portugal: Confirming the Source of the Outbreak
With any Legionnaires’ disease outbreak, the first order of business is to confirm the source of the outbreak to prevent further exposure to the legionella bacteria. As of Friday, November 14, Portuguese news source iOnline is reporting: Officials hope to have today until midnight test results that could confirm the source of the outbreak of […]
Análise dos Legionários Surto em Portugal
Artigo original escrito em Inglês pode ser encontrado aqui Enquanto o mundo reage à epidemia de ebola na África Ocidental, um surto recorde de mais de 300 vítimas da doença do legionário é sobrecarregar os recursos de saúde da pequena cidade de Vila Franca de Xira , Portugal, uma pequena cidade ao norte de Lisboa. […]