A Legionnaires’ disease outbreak that has infected more than 50 people in New York City has claimed its first life, health officials said last week.
City officials say tests have identified either living or dead Legionella bacteria — the micro-organisms that cause the disease — in cooling towers on more than 75 Upper East Side buildings. They include prominent museums, private schools and pricey apartment houses.
Officials didn’t release additional information about the person’s identity, age or details on when and how they fell ill.
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Article published on AP News website: 18 July 2026
