2023 Outbreak of Legionnaires Disease Associated with a Hot Tub, Florida
In July 2023, Florida public health officials investigated a waterborne outbreak of Legionella pneumophila infections associated with treated water in a hot tub/spa/whirlpool. Two people were ill. Both were hospitalized. No one died.
Overview
| Outbreak began: | July 2023 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | FL |
| Pathogen: | Legionella pneumophila |
| Vehicle(s): | Water |
| Location(s): | Private Home |
| Molecular test results: | serogroup 1 |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 1 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 1 |
Sources & documents
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