NYC Legionnaires' outbreak: 6 deaths, 112 cases
New York City health officials confirmed a sixth death linked to a Legionnaires' disease outbreak in Harlem where 112 people have now been diagnosed.
Aug 25, 2025
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Infections: News and Research on Legionellosis
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New York City Legionnaires' disease outbreak up to 90 cases, 15 hospitalized
There have now been 90 confirmed cases of Legionnaires' disease in central Harlem, and 15 people are currently hospitalized battling the disease, the city's health department announced.
Aug 14, 2025
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Update: NYC Legionnaires' outbreak grows to 90 cases; 3 deaths reported
A Legionnaires' disease outbreak in Central Harlem has now sickened 90 people and caused three deaths, New York City health officials said Tuesday.
Aug 12, 2025
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New York City Legionnaires' disease outbreak death toll climbs to 3; 67 ill
The deadly Legionnaires' disease outbreak in Harlem continues to spread, forcing residents to be hyper-vigilant and on the look-out for the flu-like symptoms associated with the illness.
Aug 7, 2025
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What to know about Legionnaires' disease, which has sickened dozens in New York City
An outbreak of Legionnaires' disease in New York City has killed three people and sickened more than five dozen since late July.
Aug 5, 2025
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How the CDC's Epidemic Intelligence Service protects public health at home and abroad
When the Trump administration announced in February 2025 that it was cutting 10% of staff at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, it seemed that a small but storied program within it called the Epidemic Intelligence ...
Apr 14, 2025
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Swimming in some lakes can lead to infection with Legionella, warn scientists
Swimming in some lakes with still water can lead to infection with Legionella, bacteria that can cause pneumonia, and people who engage in open water swimming should be aware of this risk, say the authors of a practice article ...
Feb 18, 2025
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Monitoring approach spots warning signs of Legionella outbreaks
Routine, relatively low-cost monitoring of several factors influencing water safety could ward off Legionnaires' disease outbreaks in hospitals, nursing homes and other health care settings, a new study suggests.
Feb 17, 2025
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A Legionnaire's disease outbreak has killed 3 at an assisted living facility
Three people who tested positive for Legionnaires' disease have died after an outbreak at an assisted living facility in upstate New York, officials said Thursday.
Sep 5, 2024
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What to know about Legionnaires' disease
Legionnaires' disease is a serious lung infection caused by Legionella bacteria. While most people exposed to the bacteria don't get sick, some people are at higher risk of infection and potentially serious illness.
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