How to stay safe during the Legionnaires’ disease outbreak in Melbourne

Melbourne is seeing a rising number of Legionnaires' disease cases. Authorities believe the source is a cooling tower in Melbourne's west, with the investigation focusing on the suburbs of Laverton and Derrimut. Dr Geetanjali Sharma, a GP based in Melbourne, provides insights into the common causes, symptoms, and precautions to protect your family during this health issue.

Legionnaires' disease is a type of pneumonia caused by a legionella bacterial infection of the lungs. Melboune-based GP Dr Geetanjali Sharma (L) shares causes of the disease and precautions one can take. Credit: Getty Images/Supplied by Dr Geetanjali Sharma

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