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New York City health officials have confirmed that the Legionnaires' disease cluster exposure on the Upper East Side has ended. The statement was issued by NYC officials regarding the public health incident.

The city Health Department declared the end of the Legionnaires’ disease outbreak on the Upper East Side after 92 cases and 7 deaths, with no new symptoms in two weeks. The outbreak in Carnegie Hill and Yorkville led to 79 hospitalizations, and the source was eliminated, though the exact cooling tower responsible remains unidentified.

A sixth person has died from Legionnaires' disease in New York City, with at least 90 cases identified in the outbreak according to the New York City Health Department.

The death toll from Legionnaires' Disease has risen to six in the Upper East Side outbreak, with 90 people testing positive as of Tuesday.

A fifth person has died in a Legionnaires' disease outbreak in New York City, with 34 cooling towers testing positive for the bacteria. Over 60 people have been sickened, and the source remains unidentified despite increased regulations and inspections.

A fifth person has died in a Legionnaires’ disease outbreak in New York City, with 56 confirmed cases and 8 hospitalized. Health officials identified Legionella bacteria in 34 cooling towers across 33 buildings, all undergoing cleaning. No new cases have emerged in 10 days, but officials have not yet pinpointed the outbreak’s source.

A second person has died in a legionnaires’ disease outbreak in New York City, which has sickened dozens. Officials stated the source of the outbreak 'has likely been eliminated.' The health department confirmed the second death but provided no details about the individual.

A second death has been reported in a Legionnaires’ disease outbreak in New York City’s Upper East Side, with 72 people infected. Health officials are testing cooling towers linked to air conditioning systems but have not identified the outbreak’s source. The disease, caused by bacteria in warm water, has a 10% fatality rate according to the CDC.

A second death has been reported in a Legionnaires’ disease outbreak in New York City, with 72 people infected. Health officials are testing cooling towers and have ordered disinfection measures, though the source remains unidentified. The outbreak has declined in new cases, suggesting the exposure source may be eliminated.

A second person has died in connection with an outbreak of Legionnaires' disease in New York, according to the New York City Health Department. The announcement was made on Saturday.

A second death has been reported in the Legionnaires’ disease cluster on the Upper East Side of New York City. The New York City Health Department confirmed the death and expressed condolences for the loss.

New York City health officials reported the first death linked to a Legionnaires' disease outbreak on the Upper East Side, with 67 confirmed cases and 12 hospitalized. The outbreak is traced to Legionella bacteria in 76 cooling towers, prompting mandatory disinfection measures for affected buildings, including the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum.

The first death has been reported in a Legionnaires’ disease outbreak in New York City, which has infected at least 67 people. Health officials are investigating cooling towers in over 75 Upper East Side buildings as potential sources, though no specific building has been identified. The disease, caused by Legionella bacteria, is spread through contaminated water droplets and has a 10% fatality rate.

A Legionnaires' disease outbreak in Manhattan's Upper East Side has 60 cases, with slowing new diagnoses and hospitalizations. The Metropolitan Museum of Art and other buildings tested positive for Legionella bacteria, prompting cleanups. Health officials report progress in identifying the source but have not yet pinpointed it.

A nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to lettuces and salad greens has sickened 843 people across 31 states, with Michigan reporting 2,640 cases and 44 hospitalizations. Health officials warn of symptoms like diarrhea and nausea and recommend washing or cooking greens to reduce risk.

A Legionnaires’ disease outbreak in New York City's Upper East Side has 60 cases, with slowing new diagnoses and ongoing inspections of cooling towers. Health officials report 76 of 183 inspected cooling towers tested positive, but the source remains unidentified. Progress includes 57 buildings completing required cleanups.

Salad greens and lettuces are emerging as a likely source of a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak, with Michigan reporting 2,640 cases and 44 hospitalizations as of Monday. The CDC confirms 843 cases across 31 states, but state officials note this is an undercount. Symptoms include severe diarrhea and stomach cramps caused by the cyclospora parasite, often contracted through contaminated food.

Lettuce or salad greens are emerging as a likely source of a cyclosporiasis outbreak affecting 31 states, with Michigan reporting the highest number of cases. The CDC has confirmed 843 cases, but state officials report significantly higher numbers, including 2,640 cases in Michigan. Symptoms include diarrhea, nausea, and stomach cramps, and the parasite is resistant to routine chemical disinfection.

Michigan health officials suspect lettuces and salad greens as the source of a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened over 800 people across 31 states. Cases have surged in Michigan, with 2,640 reported and 44 hospitalizations, while other states like New York and Ohio also report elevated cases. The CDC confirms 843 cases nationally, though state data suggests higher numbers.

A nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to lettuces and salad greens has sickened hundreds across 31 states, with Michigan reporting the highest number of cases. Health officials warn of symptoms like diarrhea and nausea caused by the cyclospora parasite and recommend safety measures for handling lettuce.

The city reported 56 cases of Legionnaires’ disease in Manhattan’s Upper East Side, with 16 hospitalized and no deaths. A building on the Upper West Side tested positive for Legionella bacteria in its hot water system, prompting a disinfection plan, while the health department investigates potential sources like cooling towers.

The Guggenheim Museum in New York City tested positive for Legionnaires' disease bacteria, part of 31 buildings on Manhattan’s Upper East Side ordered to disinfect cooling towers. Over 50 cases have been linked to the outbreak, with the museum stating no current risk to visitors or staff.

The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in New York City was among 31 Manhattan buildings that tested positive for Legionnaires’ disease bacteria. The museum and 18 other buildings completed remediation, while the remaining 12 were expected to finish by Saturday. City officials clarified the positive tests do not confirm the buildings as the outbreak source, and no deaths have been reported in the current cluster.

The Guggenheim Museum in New York City was among 31 Manhattan buildings that tested positive for Legionnaires’ disease bacteria, prompting mandatory cleaning of cooling towers. No deaths have been reported in the current outbreak, though over 50 cases were confirmed, with less than 20 hospitalized.

A Legionnaires’ disease outbreak has sickened 46 people in Manhattan’s Carnegie Hill and Yorkville areas, with 31 Upper East Side buildings, including the Guggenheim Museum and Whole Foods Market, preliminarily testing positive for Legionella bacteria in cooling towers. City health officials report 19 towers have been cleaned, while 12 remain under remediation, emphasizing no confirmed risk from indoor plumbing or air systems.

New York City's Health Department conducts annual unannounced inspections of restaurants, assigning grades and highlighting establishments with repeated sanitary violations. The article references a list of restaurants cited for such violations.

A Legionnaires’ disease outbreak in Manhattan's Upper East Side has resulted in 36 cases, with 22 hospitalized and no deaths reported. The city is investigating cooling towers in specific ZIP codes and has tested 139 of 160 registered towers. Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced plans to release addresses of buildings with Legionella-positive cooling towers.

Staten Island's first public health vending machines opened last week in Port Richmond, providing free access to health supplies like naloxone and condoms without ID or payment. Funded by opioid settlement funds, the initiative aims to expand harm reduction and reduce overdose deaths, following similar machines in Brooklyn and Queens that have been used over 70,000 times.

New York City health officials have confirmed a growing cluster of Legionnaires’ disease cases on the Upper East Side, according to the Health Department.

An outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease on Manhattan’s Upper East Side has increased to 18 cases, with affected ZIP codes 10075, 10028, and 10128. The NYC Health Department is investigating cooling towers in the area and advising residents and visitors to monitor symptoms, while emphasizing tap water remains safe to use.

There are now 14 confirmed cases of Legionnaires’ disease on New York City's Upper East Side, with the investigation expanded to include three zip codes and areas near Central Park. NYC Health Commissioner Alister F. Martin urged residents and visitors to monitor for symptoms and seek medical care, as the health department tests cooling towers for Legionella bacteria.

New York City health officials confirmed 14 cases of Legionnaires' disease in zip codes 10075, 10028, and 10128 on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. The Health Department has initiated an investigation into the outbreak.

Naloxone vending machines have been installed in Staten Island's North Shore neighborhoods to combat drug overdoses, following a successful incident where the drug saved a man during a Knicks parade. The machines, funded by a $12 million opioid settlement fund, provide free naloxone kits and aim to reduce overdose deaths, which have declined in Staten Island since 2022.

New York City’s Health Commissioner and City Council Health Chair urge residents to prioritize health and safety during summer events like the NBA Finals, FIFA World Cup, and Pride Month. Key tips include staying cool, hydrated, and vaccinated, avoiding consumer fireworks, and using resources like NYC cooling centers and the NYC Cool Options Map.