Legionnaires' Disease Claims 3 Lives at New York Assisted Living Facility

Ten cases confirmed at Peregrine Senior Living in Albany; health officials implement safety measures

Three deaths and ten confirmed cases reported at Peregrine Senior Living.
Twenty residents were hospitalized, with some already released.
Legionella bacteria found in facility's water samples; further tests ongoing.
Advanced water filters installed and bottled water provided to residents.
Legionnaires' disease, a severe pneumonia, poses higher risks to elderly and immunocompromised.