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A deadly mist. A silent outbreak. A wake-up call for every city. In the summer of 2025, Harlem faced a public health emergency no one saw coming. Over 60 residents fell ill, and three lives were lost, all linked to a fast-growing cluster of Legionnaires' disease-a severe form of pneumonia caused by waterborne bacteria often hiding in cooling systems and plumbing. Legionnaires' Disease: The Harlem Cluster is a gripping and accessible account of how this outbreak unfolded, who it affected, and why it matters far beyond Harlem. Author Gladys S. Garrison investigates the science, the city's response, and the deeper issues of aging infrastructure, building maintenance, and health inequality in urban America. Inside this book, you'll discover: What Legionnaires' disease is, how it spreads, and who is most at risk How contaminated mist from cooling towers can turn deadly Why outbreaks like this are becoming more common in cities What went wrong in Harlem-and what must change What you can do to protect your household from environmental health risks If you care about public health, urban safety, or how hidden dangers impact real communities, this book offers essential insight.

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