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Legionnaires' disease hits Central Harlem. Here's what to know about the outbreak.

Legionnaires' disease hits Central Harlem. Here's what to know about the outbreak.
health8/6/2025

New Yorkers with flu-like symptoms are urged to seek medical attention.

The latest outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease in Central Harlem has killed three people so far and sickened at least 58 others. It typically spreads when people inhale mist containing Legionella bacteria, which can grow in buildings’ water-cooling tan... [5469 chars]