The disease is caused by legionella bacteria that exists in water sources and can also be found in hot tubs, sprinkler systems, humidifiers and decorative fountains.
Finally available in Canada, the first epinephrine nasal spray certainly meets a public need, but will have to prove its worth to last, according to three experts interviewed by Profession Santé.
A study of 46,000 adults quantifies the impact of the disease according to its severity. This finding also holds true for people who have never smoked.