Updated January 30 with report of a death A Legionnaires’ disease outbreak at the Village at Cedar Hill in Vermont includes at least six residents, one of whom has died. The Vermont Department of Health is investigating the outbreak at the senior apartments that are part of a continuum-of-care community located in Windsor.
Do You Need a Legionnaires’ Disease Lawyer?
Legionnaires’ disease is a severe form of pneumonia people get when they inhale water vapor contaminated with Legionella bacteria. It is not contagious.
Although Legionella are found in nature, they grow best in the warm water of manmade structures such as commercial plumbing systems, fountains, and hot tubs.
The facility has implemented some measures to reduce the risk of illness for residents. Health officials say the most recent exposure date was January 20, 2025, so more illnesses may be reported.
Symptoms of Legionnaires’ Disease
Symptoms of Legionnaires’ disease usually develop within two to 14 days of exposure. They include:
- Headache
- Fever
- Cough
- Shortness of breath
- Muscle aches
Most people who get Legionnaires’ disease require hospitalization. About 10 percent of cases are fatal.
People at Elevated Risk
Some people are at elevated risk of contracting Legionnaires disease. They include:
- Current and former smokers
- People over 50
- People with weakened immune systems
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