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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
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Marie Joy Toledo

Legionaire's Disease Outbreak In UK Update: Symptoms To Watch Out As 25 People Now Infected

X-ray of lungs (Credit: Towfiqu barbhuiya/Pexels.com)

An outbreak of Legionnaires' disease has been reported with 25 confirmed infections, raising public health concerns across the UK.

Authorities have launched investigations into potential sources of contamination in water systems while hospitals are treating patients with severe symptoms. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and NHS have urged the public to be aware of the early warning signs of the illness and to seek medical advice promptly if affected.

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