"shazzbat" wrote in
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"Pendrag0n" wrote in message
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I suspect this go on in England a lot more but given the useless GPs
we seem to have in abundance these days it probably remnains
undiagnosed. So if you're going to catch anything do it in Oz or
Scotland.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-18206191


Gardeners told 'wash off compost'By Eleanor Bradford

BBC Scotland Health Correspondent

Gardening is a healthy hobby but there are risks, says Dr Donaghy
Gardeners are being warned to wash their hands after using compost
following a series of Legionella cases in Scotland over the past five
years.

One man has died and five others have become ill after contracting a
rare strain called 'Legionella longbeachae', which appears to come
from compost.

The unusual strain is well known in Australia and New Zealand, where
bags of compost carry warning labels.

But these are the first cases linked to compost to be confirmed in
the UK.

As many gardeners head out to their gardens and allotments to enjoy
the warm weather, experts are warning them to wash their hands after
using compost, particularly before eating or smoking.

So, health advice in Scotland. Smoke, but wash your hands first.
Brilliant.

Steve




I think you have got it! Well done you. Top of the class, though I would
have never guessed you gave advice openly, like this. How unselfish of
you to share your concerns now.