Legionnaires' disease: mapping the outbreak

Michael MacLeod 8 June 2012 15:50 BST

Cases of a deadly outbreak of Legionnaires' disease rose to 88 on Monday, but are 'in line with expectations' according to the Health Secretary.
At noon on Monday there were 39 confirmed cases and 49 suspected cases.
Of those in hospital, 14 were in intensive care - one fewer than on Sunday - and 26 on general wards.
The Scottish Government posted its latest update online here.
Health Secretary Nicola Sturgeon said:
"Today’s developments, which show a slight increase, are in line with expectations. With a 14 day incubation period, we would expect there to be fluctuations over the next week or so. It is reassuring however that all those involved are continuing to respond well to being treated.
"NHS Lothian services are coping with the demands and the City of Edinburgh Council and the Health and Safety Executive continue to make significant progress in their investigation to identify the source of this outbreak."

View Legionnaires' outbreak in Edinburgh in a larger map. Last updated: 17:09 on 11/06/12.

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