The floor of the private hospital in Nicosia where a newborn was diagnosed with Legionnaires’ disease has been closed on the instructions of the Ministry of Health, according to the latest update.
Meanwhile, the newborn has been transferred to the neonatal intensive care unit at Makarios Hospital.
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The incident prompted action by the relevant departments of the Ministry of Health, and it is reported that, upon identification of the incident, immediate instructions were issued to take all necessary measures within the private clinic to address the situation.
What Is Legionellosis
Legionellosis is a bacterial infection of the respiratory system caused by bacteria of the genus Legionella. Its most severe form, known as Legionnaires’ disease, can cause pneumonia and require hospitalization.
Read more: What is Legionellosis and How Is It Spread?
Transmission occurs primarily through the inhalation of microscopic water droplets containing the bacterium, although in some cases it can also result from ingesting contaminated water. The bacterium can grow in water supply systems, tanks, and hot and cold water systems, particularly when proper maintenance and inspection measures are not implemented.
So far, based on the information made public, the source of the infection has not been identified, nor has any further information been provided regarding the newborn’s health.
