A Scottish hospital has closed its maternity unit and a 24-hour minor injuries centre after lethal bacteria was found in the water system
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Exposure to legionella bacteria is usually harmless but in rare cases can lead to Legionnaires' disease, a severe form of pneumonia. The bugs develop in poorly maintained or underused water and air conditioning systems. “We are taking every necessary precaution to ensure the safety of our staff and patients, both those at summers ward and those that visit the health centre or an outpatient clinic.
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