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Are ldb widespread in the environment?
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Yes: According to osha, legionnaire's disease bacteria (ldb) is widespread and can be found in both natural and manmade water systems including rivers, streams, ponds, lakes and mud.
Answered 7/20/2012
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Yes.: Legionnaire's disease bacteria are present in low levels in most water sources. Concentration is not usually high enough to cause disease. They thrive in water at 95-105 f.
Answered 4/8/2013
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