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'Small amount' of mold discovered behind walls at UPMC McKeesport

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'Small amount' of mold discovered behind walls at UPMC McKeesport

Routine maintenance at UPMC McKeesport hospital uncovered a “small amount” of mold behind some walls, a UPMC spokeswoman said Tuesday.

The mold was discovered behind the walls of four unoccupied hospital rooms on two adjoining floors. In a statement, the spokeswoman said the mold was contained behind the walls and barriers were used during maintenance, so no patients were exposed. Moreover, no mold-related illness was reported.

“Air quality testing confirmed that it is contained and remediation is underway,” UPMC said, adding that the state Health Department was notified as a matter of routine. “The rooms will remain closed until the remediation is completed.”

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“Safety is our top priority and our patients, staff and visitors can be assured that UPMC takes this issue seriously,” the statement said.

Kris B. Mamula: kmamula@post-gazette.com or 412-263-1699

First Published: October 23, 2018, 12:05 p.m.
Updated: October 23, 2018, 12:18 p.m.

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