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NYC Legionnaires' Outbreak Update | Richmond News
Five deaths linked to a Legionnaires’ disease outbreak in NYC have prompted urgent action as health officials trace the bacteria to 34 cooling towers across 33 buildings. All towers have been cleaned, and officials credit their swift response for saving lives — with 82 cases reported and 8 hospitalized. An 88-year-old Air Force veteran, who died after a two-week fight, may prompt legal action against the building owner once the source is pinpointed. Encouragingly, new cases are declining, signaling containment — a positive note from Mayor Mamdani and Health Commissioner Martin. Though…
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