Warning over deadly bacteria lurking in hot tubs

Birmingham Mail has released an article warning the public about the dangers of legionnaires disease lurking in hot tubs. Taking to a hot tub in the back garden with family or friends has become a popular warm weather pastime for thousands of Brits. But a seemingly harmless dip in the heated water can produce some very unpleasant side-effects and serious …

Aberdeenshire Council HQ reopens partially following legionella bacteria scare

The local authority agreed to reopen Woodhill House for “a small number of staff” on Tuesday. The building had been shut since last Thursday after it was suspected that there was a possibility the deadly bacteria was in the water systems there. An area of concern has been isolated, with the rest of Woodhill House tested and given the all-clear. An Aberdeenshire …

How the IoT Can Help Prevent Legionnaires

While stopping the spread of COVID-19 is top of mind for many around the world, there are a number of other health threats that can stem from the pandemic period. For example, between shutdowns and social distancing orders, regular property maintenance may fall to the wayside, leaving spaces vulnerable to disease that can fester in the meantime. As one example, …

Aberdeenshire Council HQ closed after suspected legionella find

Aberdeenshire Council has been forced to close its city headquarters – after a potentially deadly bacteria was found in the water supply. The local authority detected what is suspected to be legionella at Woodhill House during routine testing. Aberdeenshire Council‘s main administrative base – the only in Scotland to be seated outside of its local authority area – will remain closed until …

How businesses can avoid the next health crisis lurking in the water pipes

An article released by Londonlovesbusiness.com this week reports how businesses can avoid health issues such as legionnaires by maintaining the water standards on their premises. The article goes as follows; As Britain looks to return to the workplace, employees should be aware of a nasty surprise potentially waiting for them when they turn the taps on. Leading public health organisation, …

Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak in New Jersey Causes Growing Concern about Legionella Bacteria

Instances of Sporadic Legionnaires Disease Cases Have Been Growing, Recent Outbreak Suggests Cooling Towers Could Be A Possible Source of Infection. (ProNewsReport Editorial):- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania May 14, 2021 (Issuewire.com) – The number of diagnosed Legionnaires cases has been steadily increasing over the last several years. In most of these cases, it is very difficult to identify the source of infection. There is …

Legionella bacteria no longer at West Virginia hospital

HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (AP) — Recent tests show bacteria that causes the severe form of pneumonia known as Legionnaires’ disease is no longer found at a West Virginia-run hospital two weeks after it was detected, hospital officials said. Mildred Mitchell-Bateman Hospital in Huntington replaced all of its faucets, a hot water heater and installed a recirculation pump, according to a statement …