Legionnaires' Disease Outbreak in NYC: 3 Dead, 67 Sick
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An outbreak of Legionnaires' disease in New York City has infected 58 people and caused 2 deaths, primarily linked to cooling towers in Central Harlem. The city is testing and remediating affected cooling towers, and health officials advise those with flu-like symptoms in the area to seek medical attention. The disease, caused by Legionella bacteria, is treatable but can be fatal if untreated, especially for vulnerable populations.
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