Overview

• NYC Health reported 111 confirmed cases in the central Harlem cluster, with seven patients hospitalized as of Thursday.
• Sampling found Legionella in 12 cooling towers across 10 buildings, including Harlem Hospital and a city sexual health clinic.
• Authorities said remediation and disinfection have been completed or ordered for all affected towers.
• Investigators are conducting genetic analyses to match patient strains with environmental samples to pinpoint sources.
• Residents and workers in the area are urged to seek medical care for flu-like or respiratory symptoms, particularly those at higher risk such as older adults and smokers.