NYC officials address Legionnaires' disease cluster in Central Harlem

Some of the disgusting stuff cleaners find when they check NY water-cooling towers

Here’s what to know about water-cooling towers amid a cluster of Legionnaires’ disease cases in Central Harlem.

Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak in Harlem Leaves 3 Dead and Over 65 Sick

Infections have been linked to contaminated cooling towers in Central Harlem. Meanwhile, this could be the sign of things to come under "Democratic Socialist" Zohran Mamdani if he gets elected.

Doctor Issues Warning About Rising Legionnaires' Disease Cases: "Be Vigilant"

Legionnaires’ disease, a severe form of pneumonia caused by the Legionella bacteria, is currently devastating the Harlem neighborhood of Manhattan. It’s believed that cooling towers in the neighborhood became infected with the bacteria, releasing it via water droplets from air conditioners, reports USA Today. So far, this Legionnaires’ disease outbreak has infected 67 people, 24 of whom have been hospitalized, and three of whom have died. While …

NYC Legionnaire's latest: Staffing shortage did not contribute to outbreak, officials say; 80+ cases reported

The Legionnaires' disease outbreak in Harlem has grown to over 80 confirmed cases, with three people now dead, according to officials. As of today, 24 people are currently in the hospital.

Legionnaires' disease outbreak in NYC continues as Harlem leaders urge people to be cautious

A deadly Legionnaires' disease outbreak in New York City has set health and community leaders on a campaign to educate the public on ways to prevent the bacteria from growing and spreading.

Legionnaires' Disease Outbreak Kills 3 in New York. Health Commissioner Says 5 ZIP Codes Under Investigation

Health officials say 11 cooling towers where Legionella bacteria were found have been remediated.