Aerobiology Laboratory Supports Legionella Testing Clients Following New Legislation

    STERLING, VA, August 26, 2015 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Following the largest known outbreak of Legionnaires' disease in New York City, which has caused the death of twelve people and sickened more than 125 others, New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio has signed legislation to prevent future spread of this deadly disease. A summary of the legislation requires all cooling towers to be registered, tested for Legionnaires' disease, and cleaned over the next thirty days, effective August 18, 2015. This legislation impacts not only water treatment customers, but healthcare related industries, commercial building property management, and general indoor air quality studies.

Aerobiology Laboratory Associates, Inc. was established in 1997 to meet the laboratory testing needs of indoor air quality specialists and industrial hygienists. Aerobiology prides itself in providing high quality, responsive, and cost effective environmental microbiology laboratory services. Aerobiology Laboratory Associates, Inc. is woman-owned and AIHA EMLAP accredited with locations nationwide. It specializes in the analyses of pathogens for the following: Healthcare Associated Infections (HAI), Legionella, USP 797 compliance samples, allergens, asbestos, yeast, mold, pollen, and soot from wildfires. Aerobiology also offers product validation and research assistance. At Aerobiology Laboratory Associates, Inc., its success is measured by the success of its customers. It is dedicated to quality service, fast and accurate delivery of test results, and consultative support by experienced experts. Aerobiology holds accreditations from AIHA, NVLAP, CDC Elite and other accreditation programs. For more information regarding services please visit the company website or contact the Laboratory Director, Suzanne Blevins.

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