Legionella outbreak in Milan kills one, hospitalizes four

ilgiornale.it (Italian)

A Legionella outbreak in Milan has resulted in one death and four hospitalizations, prompting health officials to investigate the source. The cases are linked to a housing complex on Via Rizzoli. The outbreak, identified in a northern Milan housing complex, has led to six confirmed cases, with the deceased being a 91-year-old man. Authorities are testing the water supply and disinfecting the system. This is not the first Legionella outbreak in the area. The disease, spread through aerosol inhalation, can cause severe pneumonia.


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