A Legionnaires' disease outbreak in Central Harlem, NYC, has reached 99 cases with four deaths. The source is suspected to be contaminated cooling towers in 10 buildings. Health officials have confirmed Legionella bacteria in 12 cooling towers, 11 of which have been repaired. The city health department assures residents that the water supply is safe. New cases are declining, indicating containment of the bacteria, but residents with flu-like symptoms are urged to seek medical attention.

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