Evaluation of Bactericidal Activity Against Legionella
Legionnaires' disease is a disease that has become more known in recent years and is caused by Legionella bacteria (Legionella pneumophila). Legionella bacteria is a type of bacteria that multiplies in moist and watery environments. It is mostly transmitted to people by multiplying from air conditioning and plumbing systems.Legionnaires' disease occurs when the contaminated water is inhaled as an aerosol, by reaching the lungs of Legionella bacteria. The risk of disease increases with the number of bacteria inhaled. You can be exposed to Legionella bacteria while showering, in a pool or jacuzzi, in an environment with a contaminated ventilation system.
In order to prevent Legionnaires' disease, it should be ensured that the water and ventilation systems are clean. This problem can be avoided with the use of appropriate disinfectants. Biocidal products to be used against Legionella bacteria should be tested in accordance with the relevant standards in order to test their effectiveness. Legionnaires' disease can be prevented by using biocidal products that have proven their effectiveness.
