One Person Dies Amid Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak in New York City The legionnaires' disease outbreak on Manhattan's Upper East Side has claimed its first victim, highlighting the dark side of urban planning.
At least 67 people have fallen ill, with dozens hospitalized, and the death toll is likely to rise.
Seventy five buildings on the Upper East Side have tested positive for Legionella bacteria, which can thrive in cooling towers, hot tubs, and showerheads.