Four cases of Legionnaires’ disease confirmed in West Virginia
The HCHD confirmed four cases of Legionnaires’ disease in the county after news broke of one illness connected to Mountaineer Casino, Racetrack and Resort. Lab results received by the Hancock County Health Department confirmed that four employees were tested positive for legionella bacteria. The bacteria is found in freshwater environments such as lakes and streams, and also can be found in places such as showerheads; sink faucets; cooling towers; hot tubs; decorative fountains; water features; hot water tanks; heaters; and large…