2021 Outbreak of Legionella pneumophila Infections at a Hospital, Massachusetts
In August 2021, public health officials in Massachusetts investigated a suspected outbreak of Legionnaires Disease associated with drinking water at a hospital. Two people were ill. Both were hospitalized. No one died.
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Legionnaires DiseaseOverview
| Outbreak began: | August 2021 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | MA |
| Pathogen: | Legionella pneumophila |
| Vehicle(s): | Water |
| Location(s): | Hospital |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 2 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 2 |
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