Risks and Impact of Legionella Disease | EPSCO

Stay safe with Legionnaire\'s Alert! Get helpful tips on preventing and managing Legionnaire’s disease. Learn how to stay healthy and protect yourself today. Legionnaire\'s disease is still a persistent public health concern in the modern world. The first epidemic was discovered during an American Legion meeting in Philadelphia, USA, in 1976. 34 people died during the outbreak, and 221 were impacted.