Meaning Pontiac fever
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Pontiac fever


A flu-like illness caused by the bacterium Legionella pneumophila contracted by breathing mist that comes from a water source (such as air conditioning cooling towers, whirlpool spas, showers) contaminated with the bacteria. The incubation period is short, from a few hours to 2 days, before the onset of fever and muscle aches. Persons with Pontiac [..]
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Pontiac fever


Pontiac fever is a disease caused by species of legionella, an upper respiratory illness less severe than Legionnaires’ disease.
Source: legionellacontrol.com

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Pontiac fever


Pontiac fever is a mild flu-like illness caused be legionella bacteria, often affecting previously healthy and young individuals. Symptoms can include fever, headaches and muscle aches but, unlike Leg [..]
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Pontiac fever


A form of legionellosis that is less severe than [[legionnaires' disease]]
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Pontiac fever


A disease caused by species of legionella, an upper respiratory illness less severe than Legionnaires’ disease.
Source: sms-environmental.co.uk (offline)





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