Key Points
- Legionella bacteria detected in New York
- Residents waiting for access to clean water
- Cases of Legionnaires' disease are increasing
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Residents of an apartment complex in New York City where Legionella bacteria were detected are still waiting for access to clean water. As cases of Legionnaires' disease rise across the city, residents are taking precautions.
Residents of the apartment complex believe they are still at risk despite treatments to clean the water system. Some residents are buying bottled water due to concerns about the safety of the water.
Residents are demanding more effort to clean the water system, but the apartment management claims they are doing enough to clean the water system.
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- What is Legionella bacteria?
- Legionella bacteria is a bacteria that causes Legionnaires' disease.
- What are the symptoms of Legionnaires' disease?
- Symptoms of Legionnaires' disease include high fever, cough, and shortness of breath.
- How does Legionella bacteria spread?
- Legionella bacteria spreads through water vapor.
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