2004 Outbreak of Legionellosis at a Hotel Pool and Whirlpool, Oklahoma
A large outbreak of Legionellosis occurred among visitors to an Oklahoma hotel in March 2004. Exposure to the pool and whirlpool were associated with increased risk for legionellosis. The risk of illness increased with increased use of the pool or whirlpool. Specimens from the pool and whirlpool were PCR positive for Legionella.
Tags:
legionellosis, legionella, swimming pool, pool, whirlpool, spa, hotel, motelOverview
| Outbreak began: | March 2004 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | OK |
| Pathogen: | Legionella anisa |
| Location(s): | Hotel |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 107 |
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