"Death Toll Rises in New York Legionnaires' Disease Outbreak. A second person has succumbed to the deadly Legionnaires' disease outbreak in New York, prompting concerns about public health and safety. The New York City Health Department confirmed the latest fatality on Saturday, following a string of cases linked to a cluster of buildings in the city. As officials continue to investigate the source of the outbreak, residents are left wondering if they are at risk and what steps the city is taking to contain the spread of the disease."
A second person has died in connection with an outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease in New York. The New York City Health Department announced the death Saturday.