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Page 1Epi Updates, May 2018 (Volume 9, Issue 5) Bureau of Epidemiology & Public Health Informatics P I U P DA T E S Inside This Issue: Legionellosis Investigations May 2018Legionellosis (Legionnaires

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How to fill out legionellosis investigations

1. Gather the necessary information: Collect information about the suspected case of legionellosis, such as the patient's symptoms, medical history, and any potential sources of exposure to Legionella bacteria.
2. Initiate the investigation: Notify the appropriate public health authorities and follow their guidance on conducting legionellosis investigations.
3. Conduct interviews: Interview the patient and any potential contacts to gather detailed information about their activities, travel history, and possible sources of exposure to Legionella bacteria.
4. Inspect potential sources of exposure: Visit and inspect the suspected sources of Legionella bacteria, such as cooling towers, hot water systems, plumbing systems, and decorative water features, to identify any potential risks or sources of contamination.
5. Collect environmental samples: Take samples from the suspected sources of exposure and send them to a laboratory for testing and analysis.
6. Analyze and interpret the results: Analyze the laboratory results and interpret them in the context of the investigation to determine if the suspected sources of exposure are indeed contaminated with Legionella bacteria.
7. Take appropriate action: Based on the findings of the investigation, take necessary actions to mitigate the risk of legionellosis, such as implementing control measures, providing treatment or prophylaxis to affected individuals, and educating the community about the importance of prevention.
8. Follow-up and monitoring: Monitor the situation closely and conduct follow-up investigations to ensure that the necessary actions have been effective in reducing the risk of legionellosis.

Who needs legionellosis investigations?

1. Legionellosis investigations are needed by public health authorities, healthcare professionals, and individuals who have been diagnosed or suspected to have legionellosis.
2. Public health authorities use legionellosis investigations to identify and control outbreaks, track the spread of the disease, and implement preventive measures.
3. Healthcare professionals conduct legionellosis investigations to diagnose and treat affected individuals, as well as to provide guidance on prevention and control measures.
4. Individuals who have been diagnosed or suspected to have legionellosis may need investigations to identify the source of infection, determine if there is an ongoing risk of exposure, and receive appropriate treatment and follow-up care.

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What is legionellosis investigations?

Legionellosis investigations are investigations conducted to identify and track cases of Legionnaires' disease, a severe form of pneumonia caused by the Legionella bacteria.

Who is required to file legionellosis investigations?

Healthcare providers, laboratories, and public health departments are required to file legionellosis investigations.

How to fill out legionellosis investigations?

Legionellosis investigations can be filled out by providing information about the patient's symptoms, test results, and potential sources of exposure to Legionella bacteria.

What is the purpose of legionellosis investigations?

The purpose of legionellosis investigations is to identify and prevent outbreaks of Legionnaires' disease, as well as to track the spread of the Legionella bacteria.

What information must be reported on legionellosis investigations?

Information such as patient demographics, symptoms, test results, and potential sources of exposure to Legionella bacteria must be reported on legionellosis investigations.