legionella Examination Continues in Milan‘s San Siro District; Hospitalizations Down to Seven
Milan health authorities are continuing to investigate the source of a Legionella outbreak in the San Siro district, with the latest update issued Wednesday evening revealing no new confirmed infections, but a decrease in hospitalizations from eight to seven. The first cases linked to the outbreak were reported in late october, tragically resulting in the death of an 89-year-old man on November 3.
The outbreak affects residents across multiple buildings within a roughly 500-meter radius encompassing via Preneste, Tracia, Morgantini, Capecelatro and Rembrandt, including Aler public housing. While patients have an average age of 65,some younger individuals have also been affected,and investigators have found no apparent connections between those infected. The ongoing investigation aims to pinpoint the origin of the bacteria, potentially located in cooling towers or other structures.
Ats Metropolitan City of Milan expects results from recent sampling of patients’ homes and sensitive locations within the neighborhood by the end of the week. should positive samples be identified, official guidance will be provided regarding cleaning and system maintenance.
Local family doctors have been alerted to monitor for suspicious symptoms – including high fever, cough, and breathing difficulties - as the Legionella incubation period can last up to 10 days, meaning further cases remain possible. Residents experiencing these symptoms are urged to contact their physician promptly. Municipality 7 President Silvia Fossati shared details about the affected area on social media Tuesday.
