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fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago

Legionnaires' disease leaves 1 dead, over 40 sick as outbreak spreads in London, Ont. | CBC News

Legionnaires' disease is caused by legionella bacteria, found in water sources like hot tubs, cooling towers, and air-conditioning systems. It is not transmitted person to person.
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fromMail Online
2 months ago

The dirtiest area of a cruise revealed - and it's NOT the toilets

Cruise ship hot tubs, particularly private ones, can harbor harmful bacteria and pose health risks to passengers.
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fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Don't splash out for this coveted cruise ship extra - it's a breeding ground for disease, experts warn

Cruise ship private hot tubs pose serious health risks, linked to outbreaks of Legionnaires' disease.
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fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

This Is the Grossest Part of a Cruise Ship, According to the CDC

Private hot tubs on cruise ships pose severe health risks, potentially fostering outbreaks of Legionnaires' disease due to inadequate maintenance.
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