Legionnaire’s Disease Harlem Outbreak: 3 Dead, 67 Sick; Health Authorities Have Identified ZIP Codes Linked With Cluster

Legionnaire’s Disease Harlem Outbreak: 3 Dead, 67 Sick; Health Authorities Have Identified ZIP Codes Linked With Cluster

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Updated Aug 6, 2025 | 09:54 AM IST

SummaryA Legionnaires’ disease outbreak in Central Harlem has killed three and sickened 70 people. Linked to contaminated cooling towers, the cluster is confined to five ZIP codes. The bacterial infection, spread through inhaled mist, causes severe pneumonia. Those most at risk include people in poverty or certain jobs. Officials continue investigating and testing towers.

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