LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) – The Southern Nevada Health District said they are investigating two travel-associated cases of Legionnaires’ disease in guests who stayed at Caesars Palace Hotel and Casino.
The health district said during the last six month in two instances, individuals were diagnosed with Legionnaires’ disease shortly after their stay at Caesars Palace Hotel and Casino.
One person stayed during Dec. 2023 and another in June 2024. According to the CDC, the disease is a “serious pneumonia cause by a type of bacteria called Legionella.”
Water sampling after the first case was conducted and all samples tested negative for Legionella, the health district said.
Water sampling from the property’s Palace Tower was conducted in July after learning of the second case. Nineteen initial samples were taken at various points in the water system. One sample tested positive for Legionella while all other samples tested negative.
The facility conducted remediation of the water system and subsequent testing has come back negative.
The health district said the property is cooperating with the investigation and steps to notify guests.
“Symptoms of Legionnaires’ disease will usually begin within two to 10 days after exposure to the bacteriam” SNHD said. “However, people should watch for symptoms such as cough, shortness of breath, fever, muscle aches and headaches for up to two weeks after exposure. Guests who stayed at Caesars Palace prior to July 11, 2024, and have not developed symptoms are not at risk for disease.”
A survey is available for those who believe they may have symptoms.
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