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Legionnaires’ Disease at Evanston YMCA Sickens at Least Two, Possibly More

Legionnaire's disease,Outbreaks & Recalls | October 16, 2024

The Evanston Health and Human Services Department is currently investigating two cases of Legionnaires’ disease at Evanston YMCA but more cases are likely. The serious pnuemonial illness was linked to the facility’s hot water supply. Evanston YMCA remains closed during… read more

4 Deaths So Far in Outbreak of Legionnaires’ Disease at Peregrine Senior Living Facility

Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Outbreaks & Recalls | September 23, 2024

So far there have been four deaths connected to an outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease at Peregrine Senior Living at Shaker. Several other illnesses are being evaluated. According to reports, this outbreak is likely one of the most deadly reported outbreaks… read more

Recent Uptick of Legionnaires’ Disease in Lee County

Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Our Blog | September 23, 2024

Legionnaires’ disease in Lee County has shown a steady incline over the past ten years. Some years have shown a dramatic increase, while others return from the outlier to the upward trend. However, over the past three years, a significant… read more

Legionnaires’ Disease in Gaston County Has Investigators Searching for a Source

Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Outbreaks & Recalls | September 23, 2024

A cluster of patients with Legionnaires’ disease in Gaston County has prompted a Public Health investigation. The source remains elusive. Gaston County Public Health has not yet been able to determine the source of the illnesses. Here’s what we know… read more

Legionnaires’ Disease at Roaring River Lodge and RV Park Prompts Investigation

Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Outbreaks & Recalls | September 6, 2024

Reports of Legionnaires’ disease at Roaring River Lodge and RV Park prompts a Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services investigation. This waterborne illness has many different potential sources. Many of which the facility has onsite. Here’s what we know… read more

Two More Cases of Legionnaires’ Disease at RiverWalk Resort

Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Outbreaks & Recalls | September 4, 2024

An additional two cases of Legionnaires’ disease at RiverWalk Resort have been reported by the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services. Bringing the total number of illnesses to at least seven. A Legionnaires’ disease lawsuit may be coming… read more

Reports of Legionnaires’ Disease at Caesars Palace Hotel and Casino

Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | July 30, 2024

The Southern Nevada Health District is investigating a case of Legionnaires’ disease at Caesars Palace Hotel and Casino. In a news release published July 26, 2024, the agency explains what prompted the investigation, what they are doing about it, and… read more

Legionnaires’ Disease at Piatt County Nursing Home Linked to Death of Resident

Legionella,Legionnaire's disease,Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | April 25, 2024

Legionnaires’ disease at Piatt County Nursing Home linked to death of resident. A resident of Piatt County Nursing Home in Monticello, Illinois died after contracting Legionnaires’ disease. The investigation is ongoing. Illinois Department of Public Health Issues Statement about Legionnaires’… read more

What’s in Your Tap Water? Legionnaires’ Disease Linked to Most Tap Water Outbreaks.

Legionnaire's disease,Our Blog | March 27, 2024

A recent study looking at drinking or tap water outbreaks found some startling facts. Legionnaires’ disease was linked to most tap water outbreaks. Turns out, biofilms may be the largest contributing factor. Waterborne and Tap Water Outbreaks Waterborne pathogens are… read more

Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak at Sydney University Prompts Alert

Our Blog,Outbreaks & Recalls | March 5, 2024

University officials issued an urgent warning in response to a Legionnaires’ outbreak at Sydney University. So far there have been at least seven cases in this Legionnaires’ disease cluster resulting in three hospitalizations. All involved in this outbreak indicate they… read more