Three Cases of Legionnaires’ Disease Being Investigated at Las Vegas Hotels
LAS VEGAS (Nexstar Media) – The Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) announced on Thursday that it is currently investigating three cases of Legionnaires’ disease in guests who recently stayed at two Las Vegas hotels.
In two separate releases, the SNHD stated that it is looking into “two travel-associated cases of Legionnaires’ disease in guests who stayed at Caesars Palace Hotel and Casino” and one “travel-associated case of Legionnaires’ disease in a guest that stayed at The Orleans Hotel & Casino.”
Legionnaires’ disease is a severe type of pneumonia caused by the Legionella bacteria.
The health district has urged guests who visited the hotels from August 1 onwards and experienced symptoms within 14 days after their stay to report their illness to the SNHD. The Caesars Palace release also specified that guests should be cautious about the disease until August 23.
“Symptoms of Legionnaires’ disease will usually begin within two to 10 days after exposure to the bacteria. However, people should watch out for symptoms such as cough, shortness of breath, fever, muscle aches, and headaches for up to two weeks after exposure,” stated the SNHD in both releases.
The releases included warnings for individuals at higher risk of contracting the disease, such as those who are 50 years or older, current or former smokers, and people with weakened immune systems.
The investigation is ongoing, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
This story was updated at 9:35 p.m. EST.
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