At least 22 people have fallen ill in a growing Legionnaires' disease cluster in New York City, sparking concerns about public health and water safety. The outbreak, which has been reported in several neighborhoods, has left health officials scrambling to identify the source of the bacteria. Legionnaires' disease is a type of pneumonia caused by Legionella bacteria, typically found in contaminated water systems. As the city works to contain the outbreak, residents are being urged to take precautions to protect themselves from the waterborne illness.
Nearly 2 dozen sickened in Legionnaires' disease cluster in New York City Central Oregon Daily
