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Legionnaires Disease in Italy

09 September 2011

Since 16 August 2011, 13 cases of travel associated Legionnaires’ disease have been notified to the European Legionnaires’ disease surveillance network (ELDSNet). All cases stayed at five different accommodation sites in the town of Lazise, Italy, between 7 July  and 31 August 2011.

(Via ECDC - accessed 09/09/11)

Advice for Travellers

Travellers should follow local advice. If anyone develops respiratory symptoms whilst in Italy or on return home they should seek the advice of a GP.