Legionella confirmada nos chuveiros da Universidade Twente

Routine testing today have confirmed the presence of Legionella bacteria in the showers of the University of Twente (UT) Sports Centre. As a precautionary measure the Sports Centre has been immediately closed and will remain so today and tomorrow, in order to allow cleaning of the building water system and installation of new showers. An investigation over the cause for the Legionella bacteria is also underway.

For preventive measures, people who have recently used the Sports Centre showers will be notified by the University. Please note that Legionella bacteria risk to healthy individuals contact your doctor if you develop flu like symptoms such as fever, headaches, and muscle pain.