Legionnaire’s Outbreak Hits Upper East Side—Central Park Visitors Should Monitor For Symptoms
New York City officials report a Legionnaires' disease outbreak on the Upper East Side with nearly two dozen people sickened.
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A cluster of Legionnaires' disease has emerged in New York City's Upper East Side. According to reports from amNewYork and CBS News, the number of cases has climbed to 18.
Coverage from ABC News, People.com, and Gothamist emphasizes the worsening nature of the outbreak in these neighborhoods. Official statements cited by multiple outlets confirm the current case count.
Future developments will depend on official updates regarding the spread and the identification of the source of the disease.
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Quick answers
How many people have been affected by the outbreak?
Officials state that 18 cases have been reported.
Where is the outbreak located?
The outbreak is concentrated on the Upper East Side of New York City.
Which news outlets are reporting on this trend?
The outbreak is being covered by ABC News, amNewYork, People.com, CBS News, and Gothamist.
Coverage (5)
- Nearly 2 dozen sickened in Legionnaires' disease cluster in New York City ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos · 6h ago
- Legionnaires’ disease outbreak on Upper East Side climbs to 18 cases, officials say amNewYork · 6h ago
- At Least 18 Sickened in Worsening Legionnaires’ Outbreak in Posh NYC Neighborhoods People.com · 6h ago
- New York City now has 18 cases of Legionnaires' disease on the Upper East Side, officials say CBS News · 6h ago
- Here's what to know about the Legionnaires' disease outbreak on the Upper East Side Gothamist · 6h ago broke it first
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