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@catherine123456

Yes defiantly do not move to avoid MAC. The bacteria that causes it is everywhere and in every home. Mostly only people with a low immune system or other lung problems will develop MAC. My doctor is still trying to figure out where I may have contacted it.

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I do agree with all the above, but feel I must add a bit to this discussion. I also live in the central Florida area ( not far from Tampa) I have bronchiectasis, asthma, several other health issues but still cleared from MAC since 2016- thankfully. Just for the record - there is absolutely no question that living in a hot, humid environment puts me at a much greater risk for exacerbations. It is a constant struggle to stay healthy here. I go to Colorado and North Georgia as often as is possible. I am careful wherever I am because it is true that you can get MAC anywhere, but it is easier to build up a resistance and maintain a stronger “defense” in better climates than here. I wish it wasn’t like that - all my children live closer to my home in Florida. I am strongly contemplating a move. I am trapped indoors with dehumidifiers, air cleaning devices, double the amount of airway clearance and pulmonary therapy, etc., etc. Just sayin’ ... Don’t rule moving out as a viable consideration