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What We Know Right Now about the Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak

New York City health officials are investigating a community cluster of Legionnaires’ disease in Central Harlem (ZIP codes 10027, 10030, 10035, 10037, and 10039). As of August 12, 2025, the City reports 90 confirmed cases, three deaths, and 15 people currently hospitalized. The Health Department sampled and tested cooling towers in the investigation zone. Towers with initial positive results for Legionella bacteria underwent remediation under City orders, and the agency continues to monitor and direct additional treatment as needed.

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