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Tuesday 11th November 2003
Legionnaires disease - useful links

Legionella bacteria

If you need more information about legionnaires disease and are concerned you may have come into contact with it here are some useful numbers and weblinks.

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Legionnaires FAQ

FACTS

Legionnaires' disease, also known as Legionellosis, is a rare form of pneumonia

The disease is fatal in approximately 5% to 15% of cases

Two people have died after an outbreak in Hereford

Legionnaires helpline

If you have health concerns following the outbreak in Hereford this is the helpline to call:
0845 0501720

Worcester helpline

(01905) 722224

NHS Direct

Offers health advice over the phone. Call:
0845 4647
Their website offers a health encyclopaedia and an FAQ section:
www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk

Department of Health

Their website is has a short section on legionnaires disease:
www.doh.gov.uk/legionnaires

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