Legionnaires' disease, a potentially deadly form of pneumonia, has long been a concern for residents of New York City's Upper East Side. Recently, the city has reported a decline in the risk of the disease in the area, citing improved water treatment and testing protocols. According to officials, the reduction in risk is a result of concerted efforts to identify and address potential sources of the bacteria that cause the disease. However, some critics have raised questions about the effectiveness of the city's measures and whether they will be enough to prevent future outbreaks.
Upper East Side Risk of Legionnaires’ Disease Abates, City Says Bloomberg.com
