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legionnaires' disease.
infectious disease characterized by severe form of infection producing pneumonia
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Seventh Death Confirmed in Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak in NYC’s Central Harlem
New York City health officials confirmed Thursday that a seventh person has died in connection with a Legionnaires’ disease outbreak in Central Harlem that has now sickened more than 100 people. Officials revealed the…
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About legionnaires' disease
Legionnaires' disease is a form of atypical pneumonia caused by any species of Legionella bacteria, quite often Legionella pneumophila. Signs and symptoms include cough, shortness of breath, high fever, muscle pains, and headaches. Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea may also occur. This often begins 2–10 days after exposure.
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