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First death reported in Legionnaires' disease outbreak in New York City

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A Legionnaires' disease outbreak that has sickened dozens of people in New York City has claimed its first life, health officials said Friday.

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    First death reported in Legionnaires' disease outbreak in New York City (opens MedicalXpress)

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    A Legionnaires' disease outbreak that has sickened dozens of people in New York City has claimed its first life, health officials said Friday.

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