Currently in NYC 2015 summer - You must know this

You may have heard of Legionnaires Disease, or maybe not, but there is currently a red flag over this infectious disease in NYC and it is better to know about it than not.

First, don´t panic. Panicking makes us make rushed decisions. This message is to prompt caution. Live life happy, but be more cautious. Below is an important summary of the infection:

Legionnaires diseases is caused by a bacteria called legionella and results in pneumonia. 

Image taken from CDC.gov

Some signs include:

• Cough
• Shortness of breath
• High fever
• Muscle aches
• Headaches

One of the most important facts about this disease is it is TREATABLE and NOT CONTAGIOUS, nevertheless it is important to TALK TO YOUR DOCTOR when you experience the signs. Like any other harmful infection early diagnosis is better.

For more detailed information click on the centre for disease control and prevention´s link below about the infection:

http://www.cdc.gov/legionella/fastfacts.html