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Why is Legionnaires’ disease more common in men than women?

Introduction Legionnaires’ disease is a potentially fatal respiratory illness caused by Legionella bacteria which leads to pneumonia. Everyone is susceptible to contracting Legionnaires’ disease although some individuals hold an increased susceptibility. The Health and Safety Executive provides a background overview of the illness and symptoms on its website. Susceptibility plays a big role in Legionnaires’ […]