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Several cases of Legionnaires’ confirmed in Franklin County
LEX 18 News • • health
Key Points:
- The Franklin County Health Department has confirmed several cases of Legionnaires’ disease in Franklin County, Kentucky.
- Legionella bacteria, which cause the disease, are found in natural and man-made water sources and do not spread from person to person.
- Legionnaires’ disease is a serious form of pneumonia with symptoms such as fever, cough, shortness of breath, and muscle aches, while most patients recover with antibiotic treatment.
- The bacteria thrive in large, complex water systems with stagnant water or inconsistent maintenance, commonly found in large buildings.
- The number of cases remains low, no source has been identified, and health officials are collaborating with state agencies and community partners to investigate potential common sources.
