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South Bronx Legionnaires' outbreak contained after two deaths
Original: South Bronx Legionnaires’ outbreak contained after sickening 23, killing two
Health officials say a Legionnaires' disease outbreak in the South Bronx has been contained after 23 people fell ill and two died. The cluster prompted an investigation into cooling towers and other water sources in the area, with remediation ordered at affected sites. Authorities report no new cases as the outbreak is declared over.
Why now: New York officials have just announced the outbreak is contained, ending a deadly health scare.
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- South Bronx Legionnaires’ outbreak contained after sickening 23, killing two · Crain's New York
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