Healthcare Facilities

Key points

  • The general principles of Legionella water management programs also apply to healthcare facilities.
  • However, there are some additional considerations that healthcare facility staff should be aware of when it comes to these programs.
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Resources

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Water Management in Healthcare Facilities

Healthcare facilities need to develop and implement comprehensive water management programs.
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Federal Requirement to Reduce Legionella Risk

Healthcare facilities must follow a water management program to prevent Legionella infections.
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Content Source:
National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases; National Center for Environmental Health