Legionnaires Disease Outbreak Source Detected in Victoria
Cooling Tower Identified as Likely Source
Victorian health authorities have detected and treated a cooling tower believed to be the source of a legionnaires disease outbreak in the state. Chief Health Officer Dr Clare Looker announced the discovery at a press conference on Monday, stating that the cooling tower was identified after a lengthy investigation.
Outbreak Continues to Grow
The outbreak has been ongoing for several weeks, with a significant number of cases reported in Melbourne suburbs. Authorities have been racing to find the source of the infection, which can cause severe respiratory illness in its victims.
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