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Legionnaires’ disease is spreading across Manhattan’s Upper East Side, with 76 buildings now confirmed positive—up from 31 just yesterday—mostly in areas packed with cooling towers. Fifty-seven have already cleaned up, with the rest due by Thursday. Officials say this surge isn’t shocking given the density of towers, and that Legionella is surprisingly common in urban environments. City Council Speaker Julie Menin is pushing for full transparency and immediate disinfection of all cooling towers in affected zones. While cases are rising, hospitalizations remain low—with only one new case reported—and no deaths. Most hospitalized patients are recovering. Authorities are holding town halls to reassure residents, especially the vulnerable, that everyday activities like showering, using AC, and drinking tap water remain safe.

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