Cyclospora outbreak at Taco Bell: Experts discuss the safety of lettuce consumption
Concerns Arise Over Cyclospora Outbreak Linked to Lettuce at Taco Bell There’s an ongoing outbreak of Cyclospora parasites that has sparked worries about the safety of lettuce, particularly as investigations lean towards a connection with Taco Bell. Consumers are understandably concerned about whether it’s safe to eat raw lettuce. While health officials have yet to […]
76 buildings, including the Met Museum and top NYC prep schools, test positive for bacteria linked to Legionnaires’ outbreak
A number of prominent locations, including the bustling Metropolitan Museum of Art and several high-priced prep schools in Manhattan, are now part of a growing list of buildings that have tested positive for the bacteria linked to a rising Legionnaires’ disease outbreak on the Upper East Side. The New York City Department of Health has […]
New York City’s Legionnaires’ disease outbreak reaches 59 cases, with bacteria now found for the first time in a park and at an upscale building on the Upper West Side.
Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak in New York City In New York City, the Legionnaires’ disease outbreak has now affected 59 individuals, with the source initially traced to the Upper East Side. However, the bacteria has also been detected in a luxury building on the Upper West Side. The health department reported that out of approximately 50 […]
Over half of the cooling towers in the area of the Legionnaires’ outbreak in NYC have received violations recently: records
Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak Investigation in Upper East Side In a troubling development, over half of the water cooling towers on the Upper East Side that are under scrutiny for a recent outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease were discovered to be dirty after an inspection by health officials. Between March 2025 and March 2026, records indicate that […]
Outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease on Upper East Side grows to 23 cases
There are warnings of a potential outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, and health professionals emphasize that early identification of symptoms could be crucial—it may mean the difference between a swift recovery and severe complications, particularly for those at higher risk. Health officials in New York City are advising anyone who has […]
What is Legionnaires’ disease? Viral outbreak affects Upper East Side
Visitors to Central Park on the Upper East Side are being advised to be vigilant for symptoms of Legionnaires’ disease, which has been reported in several locations and can be life-threatening. As of Sunday, 14 individuals have been diagnosed with this pneumonia-like illness at Carnegie Hall and in Yorkville, a significant increase from just two […]
Outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease on the Upper East Side of NYC rises to 14 cases
Health officials in New York City confirmed on Sunday that there’s an outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. Currently, 14 individuals have been reported as infected. The affected zip codes—10028, 10128, and 10075—include areas like Yorkville and Carnegie Hill. At least one of those who contracted the disease is connected […]
Legionnaires’ disease outbreak rises sharply to 14 cases in 2 neighborhoods of New York City
The number of cases of Legionnaires’ disease on the Upper East Side has climbed to 14, and health officials are currently investigating the origin of the outbreak. As of Sunday, patients in the Carnegie Hill and Yorkville areas have been diagnosed with this potentially severe pneumonia-like condition, according to the New York City Department of […]
Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship Declared Over by W.H.O.
WHO Reports End of Hantavirus Outbreak Linked to Cruise Ship The World Health Organization (WHO) announced on Thursday that a hantavirus outbreak believed to have started on the cruise ship M/V Hondius in April is officially over. This outbreak attracted significant media attention due to the unusual circumstances of its spread. Experts suspect that a […]
Outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease in two neighborhoods in NYC has health officials very concerned
Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak in NYC Under Investigation The New York City Department of Health has started looking into an outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease in the Upper East Side, prompting officials to quickly identify the source. As of Thursday, two individuals from the Carnegie Hill and Yorkville areas have been confirmed with this serious pneumonia-like illness. […]