Wollongong, Nowra on alert for Legionnaires' disease symptoms after outbreaks

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Updated February 16 2021 - 9:00pm, first published 3:45pm
Legionnaires' disease is caused by Legionella pneumophila bacteria and can cause severe respiratory symptoms.
Legionnaires' disease is caused by Legionella pneumophila bacteria and can cause severe respiratory symptoms.

Wollongong residents are being urged to be on the lookout for symptoms of Legionnaires' disease after six confirmed cases in the last three months.

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Lisa Wachsmuth

Deputy Editor

Deputy editor and health reporter at the Illawarra Mercury, covering stories in the Wollongong, Shellharbour and Kiama local government areas. For news tips email lwachsmuth@austcommunitymedia.com.au

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