THL warns: A record number of bacterial infections causing pneumonia – Here are the symptoms
Finland's THL reports a record number of legionellosis cases in 2025, with environmental contact being a significant factor for many infections.
THL and Ruokavirasto warn about the legionella risk of soil products
The Finnish THL and Ruokavirasto have issued warnings about the risk of legionella bacteria in soil products following a record number of pneumonia cases linked to such exposure.
An Odd and Growing Risk in Soil Change – "It’s a Mystery"
Cases of pneumonia caused by legionella bacteria have significantly increased in Finland recently.
Dangerous bacteria in the swimming pool. The fatal error was discovered only after a week
Water samples from two swimming pools in Tarnów revealed the presence of Legionella bacteria, leading to the temporary closure of one pool due to a significant identification error by the testing laboratory.
Expert warns of a serious disease – record number of patients hospitalized
An expert warns that Finland experienced a record number of legionella pneumonia cases last year, with a significant increase in hospitalizations.
Legionella bacteria put Jan-Erik Meriheinä on a respirator - family suspects the port's garbage piles as the source of infection
In fall 2024, Jan-Erik Meriheinä from Loviisa became seriously ill due to legionella bacteria, and his family suspects that the infection originated from garbage piles stored at the nearby Loviisa port, where foreign waste bales were handled in open areas.
Legionella at FER: Classes Proceed as Planned, No Danger
The presence of Legionella bacteria has been confirmed at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computing (FER) in Zagreb, but the administration assures that the situation is under control and classes will proceed as scheduled.
Legionella bacteria detected at FER, students notified: Here’s what will happen to classes
Legionella bacteria, the cause of Legionnaires' disease, have been found at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computing in Zagreb, prompting a notification to students regarding the impact on classes.
Return Home After the Holidays: How to Avoid Hidden Threats in Your Own Bathroom
After the holiday season, it's crucial to be cautious of hidden dangers like legionella bacteria in unused plumbing that can pose severe health risks when inhaled.