2021 Outbreak of Legionella pneumophila Infections in a Neighborhood, Maryland
In August 2021, eleven people were diagnosed with Legionella pneumophila, serogroup 1, associated with drinking water in a Maryland neighborhood. Eight people were hospitalized. One person died.
Tags:
waterborne, Legionnaires DiseaseOverview
| Outbreak began: | August 2021 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | MD |
| Pathogen: | Legionella pneumophila |
| Vehicle(s): | Water |
| Location(s): | Neighborhood |
| Molecular test results: | Serogroup 1 |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 11 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 8 |
| Number of deaths: | 1 |
Sources & documents
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