Current HSE position on quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR) in the management of legionella risks
Current HSE position on quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR) in the management of legionella risks LINK
Legionnaires’ disease monthly surveillance reports: 2017 – GOV.UK
Legionnaires’ disease monthly surveillance reports: 2017 – GOV.UK LINK
Attitudes to tap water in public
A recent YouGov study for Keep Britain Tidy found that a large portion of the population aren’t aware of our rights around the availability of water out of the house. Our bodies require a regular intake of water to survive and function, and Water UK therefore believes that an extension to the availability of tap… Read more »
Legionnaires’ disease cases up to 60 in Europe: Linked to Dubai travel
In recent months, there has been an increase in the number of cases of Legionnaires’ disease among European travelers returning from Dubai. As the source has not yet been identified, there could still be a risk for exposure to Legionella for persons visiting or living in Dubai. READ MORE
Legionella: whole-genome sequencing the way of the future
NEW Australian research has highlighted the potential of using whole-genome sequencing when detecting and treating outbreaks of Legionnaires’ disease. Legionella is ubiquitous in freshwater distribution systems such as plumbing and water cooling towers. Infection to humans is from inhalation of contaminated water aerosols and manifests itself into pneumonia, particularly in vulnerable and immunosuppressed patients. … Read more »
2ND CALL FOR PAPERS: IBBS 17 in Manchester, UK
IBBS 17 – the 17th Triennial International Biodeterioration & Biodegradation Symposium is being held in Manchester, UK from 5th – 8th September 2017. The theme is “Preservation & Protection of Materials” and there will be sessions on: Antiadhesive Surfaces Antimicrobial Surfaces Biocides Biocorrosion Biodegradation Biofilms and Biofilm Control Strategies Bioremediation Constructional Materials, Including Paints Cultural… Read more »
Typical Presentation of Legionella pneumophila Community-Acquired Pneumonia
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