Investigation underway after fatal Legionnaires' Disease cases linked to Richmond day spa
TL;DR
Two recent deaths from Legionnaires' Disease in Richmond may be linked to the Zen Day Spa, according to health authorities. Inspectors found that the spa did not have a permit for a spa or pool, and water samples are being tested for legionella bacteria. Visitors to the spa are urged to watch for symptoms of the disease, which include shortness of breath, fever, and coughing. Legionnaires' Disease is treatable with antibiotics and is not spread person-to-person.
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