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ex-minister calls for hospital pigeon infection inquiry
by：Yovog
2023-07-25
A former health minister has called for an investigation into the death of two patients after contracting pigeon droppings.
Alex Neil\'s comments came in December when there was a problem with Queen Elizabeth University Hospital.
NHS and Clyde in Greater Glasgow say an elderly patient died of an unrelated cause.
Factors leading to other deaths are still under investigation. A non-
Public rooms considered to contain machines are considered as possible sources.
Mr. Neil told the BBC Scotland: \"I think the experts have to conduct an external investigation to find out why this happened, followed by how the health commission handled it, and, third, what precautions need to be taken in the future.
\"The snp msp of Airdrie and Shotts, who served as health ministers from 2012 to 2014, said the public would be concerned about the story.
While he acknowledged that NHSGGC did not want to cause \"panic\", Neil questioned why it would take three weeks for the news to become public.
He added: \"The Health Commission has sent confusing messages, so they need to clarify the situation and do so as a matter of urgency.
\"Mr Neil also called on NHSGGC to confirm when the patient died and to reveal whether air-transmitted infections (a cryptocoid) were critical or contributing factors.
Earlier, a health council spokesman declined to comment on the timeline of the incident.
He said: \"We are with our family at this painful time.
\"We are unable to share further details of these two cases due to patient secrecy.
\"This creature is harmless to the vast majority of people and rarely causes diseases in humans.
\"NHSGGC confirmed that there are a small number of vulnerable pediatric and adult patients who are receiving medication to protect them.
As an additional precaution, the portable HEPA air filter unit has been installed in a specific area.
The Scottish government confirmed that officials were aware of the problem last month.
A spokesman said: \"The issues that we and the Health Council are most concerned about remain the safety and well-being of patients and their families in the hospital.
\"There is
Two isolated cases of rare fungal infection found at Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in December 2018 were reviewed.
\"The controls are in place, including the installation of portable efficient air filters in wards and adjacent areas.
No further cases have been reported.
\"The government says the board guarantees that it is committed to providing the best medical care and care in a safe environment.
\"They will keep patients and their families updated,\" the spokesman added.
Will ensure that patients and their families have the opportunity to discuss any remaining issues with the senior clinical team.
\"When the story was first reported, Teresa Inkster, chief consultant for infection control, said it rarely affects humans.
Professor Hugh Pennington of the University of Aberdeen said he was surprised to learn about the infection.
\"This is very unusual in the UK,\" The Epidemiology said.
\"This is very common elsewhere in the world, especially in tropical areas, where in the United States and similar countries they have more problems with this particular fungus.
Professor Pennington says people with weak immune systems are most at risk.
He added: \"When it gets into the blood, a lot of people have fairly direct infections and settle in the lungs, but the biggest problem with this is that it causes meningitis, we know, the brain may be a very serious infection.
Professor Pennington said
Fungal drugs are used to treat infections, but warn that it can be fatal if not diagnosed.
The expert said stopping air transmission infections from entering the hospital\'s ventilation system is a key priority.
He added: \"It is clear that they have prevented pigeons from entering the computer room.
\"There was anything at first that surprised me a bit.
\"During the investigation, there was a separate problem with the sealing materials of some shower rooms.
NHSGGC said the repair is in progress and our maintenance team is working to resolve the issue as soon as possible with minimal disruption speed.
As a further precaution, a specific group of patients is being transferred to the hospital due to clinical diagnosis and ongoing treatment.
The £ 842 QEUH opened in April 2015 and appeared in the BBC series, the Scottish super hospital.
Alex Neil\'s comments came in December when there was a problem with Queen Elizabeth University Hospital.
NHS and Clyde in Greater Glasgow say an elderly patient died of an unrelated cause.
Factors leading to other deaths are still under investigation. A non-
Public rooms considered to contain machines are considered as possible sources.
Mr. Neil told the BBC Scotland: \"I think the experts have to conduct an external investigation to find out why this happened, followed by how the health commission handled it, and, third, what precautions need to be taken in the future.
\"The snp msp of Airdrie and Shotts, who served as health ministers from 2012 to 2014, said the public would be concerned about the story.
While he acknowledged that NHSGGC did not want to cause \"panic\", Neil questioned why it would take three weeks for the news to become public.
He added: \"The Health Commission has sent confusing messages, so they need to clarify the situation and do so as a matter of urgency.
\"Mr Neil also called on NHSGGC to confirm when the patient died and to reveal whether air-transmitted infections (a cryptocoid) were critical or contributing factors.
Earlier, a health council spokesman declined to comment on the timeline of the incident.
He said: \"We are with our family at this painful time.
\"We are unable to share further details of these two cases due to patient secrecy.
\"This creature is harmless to the vast majority of people and rarely causes diseases in humans.
\"NHSGGC confirmed that there are a small number of vulnerable pediatric and adult patients who are receiving medication to protect them.
As an additional precaution, the portable HEPA air filter unit has been installed in a specific area.
The Scottish government confirmed that officials were aware of the problem last month.
A spokesman said: \"The issues that we and the Health Council are most concerned about remain the safety and well-being of patients and their families in the hospital.
\"There is
Two isolated cases of rare fungal infection found at Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in December 2018 were reviewed.
\"The controls are in place, including the installation of portable efficient air filters in wards and adjacent areas.
No further cases have been reported.
\"The government says the board guarantees that it is committed to providing the best medical care and care in a safe environment.
\"They will keep patients and their families updated,\" the spokesman added.
Will ensure that patients and their families have the opportunity to discuss any remaining issues with the senior clinical team.
\"When the story was first reported, Teresa Inkster, chief consultant for infection control, said it rarely affects humans.
Professor Hugh Pennington of the University of Aberdeen said he was surprised to learn about the infection.
\"This is very unusual in the UK,\" The Epidemiology said.
\"This is very common elsewhere in the world, especially in tropical areas, where in the United States and similar countries they have more problems with this particular fungus.
Professor Pennington says people with weak immune systems are most at risk.
He added: \"When it gets into the blood, a lot of people have fairly direct infections and settle in the lungs, but the biggest problem with this is that it causes meningitis, we know, the brain may be a very serious infection.
Professor Pennington said
Fungal drugs are used to treat infections, but warn that it can be fatal if not diagnosed.
The expert said stopping air transmission infections from entering the hospital\'s ventilation system is a key priority.
He added: \"It is clear that they have prevented pigeons from entering the computer room.
\"There was anything at first that surprised me a bit.
\"During the investigation, there was a separate problem with the sealing materials of some shower rooms.
NHSGGC said the repair is in progress and our maintenance team is working to resolve the issue as soon as possible with minimal disruption speed.
As a further precaution, a specific group of patients is being transferred to the hospital due to clinical diagnosis and ongoing treatment.
The £ 842 QEUH opened in April 2015 and appeared in the BBC series, the Scottish super hospital.
