A Legionnaires' disease outbreak on New York City's Upper East Side has taken a significant turn for the better, with health officials announcing that all 31 individuals who contracted the illness have been discharged from the hospital. The outbreak, which was first detected in late May, prompted a city-wide investigation into the source of the bacteria. Legionnaires' disease is a type of pneumonia caused by inhaling water vapor contaminated with Legionella bacteria, often found in cooling towers and other water systems. While the exact source of the outbreak remains under investigation, health officials have been working to identify and treat any potential sources of the bacteria, ensuring the safety of the community.
31 sickened in Upper East Side Legionnaires' cluster discharged from hospital, health officials say CBS News
