Legionella

Authorities have ordered the immediate closure of a property in Italy after a legionella outbreak hotel incident was confirmed, following the discovery of high bacterial concentrations within the building's internal...

Health officials have launched an investigation into a serious legionella outbreak at a residential care home following the hospitalisation of a 91-year-old resident who remains in a critical condition.

A new patent has introduced a thermal pasteurisation system designed to improve the safety of a legionella water heater by killing bacteria while simultaneously preventing scalding through an integrated heat...

Health officials in New York have used public disclosure to improve legionella testing compliance among building owners, highlighting the importance of transparency and accountability in maintaining urban water safety standards.

Health officials in Italy have issued an urgent reminder of legionella prevention tips for property managers after a significant cluster of 38 cases was reported in the Padua region since...

Health authorities have ordered the closure of shower facilities at an industrial site following a confirmed legionella outbreak, remaining in force until plumbing systems are decontaminated and subsequent test results...

Authorities at a large correctional facility have initiated precautionary legionella water testing in staff bathrooms after potential traces of the bacteria were suspected, although no illnesses have yet been reported.

UK property owners and employers must implement rigorous legionella prevention measures, including regular risk assessments and temperature controls, to manage the risk of Legionnaires’ disease within man-made water systems.

Health officials have closed a school district headquarters in the United States for cleaning after the discovery of bacteria prompted fears of a potential legionella outbreak among staff and visitors.

Health experts have warned property owners that rising temperatures and organic matter in hot tubs have increased the legionnaires disease risk, necessitating more frequent water testing and stricter maintenance regimes.