Provisional — subject to revision
Yorkville
Legionnaires’ disease outbreak · July 2, 2026 onwards · Illinois
- 1
- Cases
- 1
- Deaths
- Under Investigation
- Status
Suspected source
Unknown (Hospital water system)
What happened
88-year-old Air Force veteran from Yorkville admitted to hospital on July 2 after developing sudden high fever. Patient passed away two weeks later (approximately July 16, 2026).
Sources & coverage
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Primary source: Unknown. Figures are provisional and may be revised or withdrawn by the reporting authority. This page is for information only and is not medical or legal advice.
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