USA- Legionnaires’ disease confirmed in Batavia, Illinois Retirement Community

Outbreak News Today Legionella_Plate_01

Officials with the Kane County (IL) health department received reports of four cases of Legionnaires’ disease. Four residents at Covenant Living at the Holmstad in Batavia have been confirmed to have Legionnaires’ disease.

“Public health officials are testing for Legionella bacteria and continue to investigate to identify potential sources and additional individuals who may have been exposed during this period,” said Kane County Health Department Executive Director Barbara Jeffers. “Covenant Living is working closely with public health officials.”

Leave a comment