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Holiday horror: Woman's life changed by Crete Legionnaires'
3 Jun
Summary
- British tourist contracted Legionnaires' disease in Crete in June 2025.
- The illness has left her bedridden, struggling with severe pain and fatigue.
- Legal action is underway against the holiday provider for alleged negligence.
A holiday in Crete has drastically altered the life of Donna Jobling, a 58-year-old from Hull, who contracted Legionnaires' disease in June 2025. The illness has resulted in chronic pain, fatigue, and weakness, frequently leaving her bedridden. She spent two weeks in an induced coma and was later diagnosed with Guillain-Barré syndrome, a rare autoimmune condition.
Jobling's husband, Sid, described their lives as being turned upside down, with daily assessments of Donna's condition dictating their plans. The couple are pursuing legal action against easyJet, the holiday provider, alleging negligence and emphasizing the need for greater responsibility in ensuring hotel safety.
EasyJet Holidays stated they are supporting Ms. Jobling and are hopeful for a swift resolution through the legal process. While not officially confirmed, another case of Legionnaires' disease linked to the same hotel around the same period has been identified.
