Legionnaires' disease
Coverage of Legionnaires' disease in the Nexus archive.
- Multiple lawsuits filed over 2025 NYC Legionnaires' outbreak
Multiple lawsuits have been filed regarding a Legionnaires' disease outbreak in NYC. The dangerous infection affected areas including the Upper East Side and Harlem. Families involved with these four suits are attempting to prevent any future outbreaks.
- Mamdani admin blasted for tone-deaf victory lap over deadly Legionnaire’s outbreak: ‘We’re just left to die’
Mayor Zohran Mamdani's administration faced criticism for declaring an end to a Legionnaires' disease outbreak in the Upper East Side as locals expressed feeling abandoned during the crisis, which has resulted in seven deaths. Officials were accused of being tone-deaf for their response.
- New York City health department says UES Legionnaires' cluster exposure has ended
New York City health officials have confirmed that the Legionnaires' disease cluster exposure on the Upper East Side has ended. The statement was issued by NYC officials regarding the public health incident.
- Upper East Side Legionnaires' cluster has 'ended,' health dept says
The New York City Department of Health has declared the end of a Legionnaires' disease cluster on the Upper East Side, which resulted in seven deaths and nearly 100 illnesses. The outbreak, which had been ongoing, is now considered resolved according to health officials.
- 7th person dies in Upper East Side Legionnaires' outbreak as NYC reports 92 cases
A 7th person has died in a Legionnaires' outbreak in New York City's Upper East Side, with 92 cases reported. Five individuals remain hospitalized, but no new symptoms have been reported in the last two weeks, and health officials believe the source of exposure has been eliminated.
- 7th person dies in connection to Legionnaires' cluster on UES
A seventh person has died in connection to the Upper East Side cluster of Legionnaires' disease.
- Tenants in NYC building haven’t showered in months over Legionnaires’ find — as some ask where’s Mamdani?
Tenants in a New York City building have avoided showering for months due to a Legionnaires' disease outbreak, prompting questions about Mamdani's involvement. The article uses wordplay with 'Zo' and 'compliments' to highlight the situation.
- Legionnaires' death toll rises to 6 in New York City outbreak
The death toll from a Legionnaires' disease outbreak in New York City has risen to six. Julie Menin, Speaker of the New York City Council, expressed condolences to the families of the victims.
- 6th person dies from Legionnaires' disease in New York City: Health officials
A sixth person has died from Legionnaires' disease in New York City, with at least 90 cases identified in the outbreak according to the New York City Health Department.
- Legionnaires' Disease toll rises to six in Upper East Side outbreak
The death toll from Legionnaires' Disease has risen to six in the Upper East Side outbreak, with 90 people testing positive as of Tuesday.
- City museums failed to warn visitors about Legionnaires contamination potentially endangering thousands
City museums failed to warn visitors about Legionnaires' disease contamination at locations like the Metropolitan Museum of Art, potentially exposing tens of thousands to the illness. Visitors were not informed about the risk at crowded New York City cultural sites.
- Mayor, health commissioner defend Legionnaires' response after 5th death
The mayor and health commissioner defended their handling of a Legionnaires' disease outbreak on the Upper East Side of New York City after a fifth death was reported. They acknowledged the death but highlighted progress in addressing the outbreak.
- Experts reveal how to avoid deadly Legionnaires' disease as NYC outbreak kills 5
New York City is investigating a Legionnaires' disease outbreak linked to the Upper East Side, which has caused five deaths and 82 cases. Experts advise reducing exposure risks by avoiding contaminated water sources like cooling towers and maintaining home humidifiers. Health officials note no new cases in six days, suggesting the exposure source may be eliminated.
- NYC Legionnaires’ outbreak claims fifth life as source remains unknown
A fifth person has died in a Legionnaires' disease outbreak in New York City, with 34 cooling towers testing positive for the bacteria. Over 60 people have been sickened, and the source remains unidentified despite increased regulations and inspections.
- Fifth death reported in NYC Legionnaires' outbreak
A fifth death has been reported in a Legionnaires' disease outbreak in New York City, with 82 cases identified as of Tuesday.
- Fifth death reported in NYC Legionnaires' outbreak
A fifth death has been reported in New York City's Legionnaires' disease outbreak, with 82 cases identified as of Tuesday.
- NYC Council Speaker Menin’s bill takes Mamdani to task over Legionnaires’ outbreak
NYC Council Speaker Menin introduced a bill targeting Mamdani over the Legionnaires' disease outbreak. The article notes that City Hall is lagging in testing cooling towers, where Legionnaires' disease bacteria thrive.
- Cyclosporiasis Cases Rise; Quarantine Trauma Revealed; ER Doctor Saved by Team
Michigan's cyclosporiasis outbreak has exceeded 6,100 cases, and a fourth person has died in New York City due to Legionnaires' disease. An ER doctor was saved by a medical team, highlighting a mix of health crises and a positive outcome.
- Family of Legionnaires' victim plans lawsuit as outbreak death toll reaches 4
The family of an 88-year-old Air Force veteran who died from Legionnaires' disease plans to announce a lawsuit as the outbreak's death toll reaches four in New York City's Upper East Side. Health officials are investigating the source of the outbreak that has affected dozens.
- Fourth person dies from Legionnaires' disease outbreak in Manhattan
A fourth person has died from Legionnaires' disease in Manhattan, with deaths reported over three days starting on the Upper East Side. The city's health department confirmed the fatalities linked to the outbreak.
- Third person dies amid NYC Legionnaires' outbreak, officials say
A third person has died from Legionnaires' disease in New York City, according to officials. The Health Department previously announced a second death linked to the outbreak.
- Air Force veteran, 88, dies in Upper East Side Legionnaires' outbreak; family blames building owner
An 88-year-old Air Force veteran died after battling Legionnaires' disease for two weeks in the ICU. His family is demanding answers and blaming a building owner for the outbreak.
- 3rd person dies from Legionnaires' disease in New York City
A third person has died in New York City from Legionnaires' disease amid an ongoing cluster in the Upper East Side, as reported by health officials. The outbreak has now resulted in three deaths.
- Third death in NYC Legionnaires' outbreak: Health Department
A third person has died in New York City due to Legionnaires' disease, according to health officials. The Health Department confirmed the death as part of an ongoing outbreak.
- Second death reported in Legionnaires' disease outbreak in New York City
A second person has died in connection with an outbreak of Legionnaires' disease in New York, according to the New York City Health Department. The announcement was made on Saturday.
- 2 dead in Legionnaires' disease cluster on Upper East Side as source 'likely eliminated'
Two people have died this week from a Legionnaires' disease cluster on the Upper East Side. The source of the outbreak is reported to have been 'likely eliminated'.
- Second death reported in Legionnaires' disease outbreak in New York City
A second death has been reported in a Legionnaires' disease outbreak in New York City. Health officials indicate the source of the outbreak has likely been eliminated.
- Second death reported in Legionnaires' disease outbreak in New York City
A second death has been reported in a Legionnaires' disease outbreak in New York City. Health officials say the source of the outbreak has likely been eliminated.
- Second death reported in Legionnaires' disease outbreak in New York City
A second death has been reported in a Legionnaires' disease outbreak in New York City. Health officials indicate the source of the outbreak is likely eliminated.
- Second death reported in Legionnaires' disease outbreak in New York City
A second death has been reported in a Legionnaires' disease outbreak in New York City. Health officials indicate the source of the outbreak has likely been eliminated.
- Second death reported in NYC’s Legionnaires’ cluster – but source of outbreak likely eliminated: officials
A second death has been reported in New York City's Legionnaires' disease cluster, with all victims located on the Upper East Side in the Carnegie Hill and Yorkville neighborhoods. Officials state the source of the outbreak is likely eliminated.
- First death reported in Upper East Side Legionnaires' disease outbreak as cases rise to 67
New York City health officials reported the first death linked to a Legionnaires' disease outbreak on the Upper East Side, with 67 confirmed cases and 12 hospitalized. The outbreak is traced to Legionella bacteria in 76 cooling towers, prompting mandatory disinfection measures for affected buildings, including the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum.
- First death reported in NYC’s legionnaires disease outbreak as number of infected rises
The first death has been reported in New York City's Legionnaires' disease outbreak, with the number of infected individuals increasing to 67 cases as of 9 p.m. Thursday night, up from 63 the previous count.
- Legionnaires' outbreak: First death reported in connection to Upper East Side cluster
A Legionnaires' disease outbreak on the Upper East Side has resulted in the first confirmed death. The death is linked to the cluster reported in the area.
- 1 dead in relation to Legionnaires' disease cluster on UES, NYC Health Commissioner says
One person has died in connection with a Legionnaires' disease cluster on the Upper East Side in New York City, according to the city's health commissioner. The incident highlights a public health concern in the area.
- Chicago judge believes he contracted Legionnaires' disease from Dirksen federal building water
A Chicago federal judge claims he likely contracted Legionnaires' disease from potentially contaminated water at the Dirksen federal building courthouse. The judge has since returned to work on the bench.
- New cases slow in NYC Legionnaires' disease outbreak; Met museum among buildings with positive tests
A Legionnaires' disease outbreak in Manhattan's Upper East Side has 60 cases, with slowing new diagnoses and hospitalizations. The Metropolitan Museum of Art and other buildings tested positive for Legionella bacteria, prompting cleanups. Health officials report progress in identifying the source but have not yet pinpointed it.
- New diagnoses slow in NYC Legionnaires' disease outbreak; source still unclear
New York City's Legionnaires' disease outbreak has 60 cases, with slowing new diagnoses and no deaths reported. Health officials have inspected 183 cooling towers in the Upper East Side, with 76 testing positive for Legionella bacteria, though the source remains unidentified.
- New diagnoses slow in NYC Legionnaires' disease outbreak; source still unclear
A Legionnaires' disease outbreak in New York City's Upper East Side has 60 cases, with new diagnoses slowing. Health officials have inspected 183 cooling towers, 76 of which tested positive for Legionella bacteria, and 56 buildings have completed required cleanups.
- Legionnaires' disease outbreak in NYC, 59 cases confirmed
A Legionnaires' disease outbreak in New York City's Upper East Side has confirmed 59 cases, with the city intensifying efforts to contain the Legionella bacteria spread. Residents are concerned about potential exposure through water towers.