Bronx Legionnaires' Outbreak: 10 cooling towers disinfected, investigation continues

Fox - 5 NY
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Sep 16, 2026
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AI GeneratedA Legionnaires' disease cluster has emerged in the South Bronx, with 11 confirmed cases, one death, and three hospitalizations. Health officials have disinfected 10 contaminated cooling towers, including those at Yankee Stadium and Lincoln Hospital. Residents are expressing concern over the frequency of outbreaks in their community and the effectiveness of current prevention measures.
