Quick Outbreak Details:
- Outbreak Dates (First to Most Recent Cases): Fall 2025
- Confirmed Cases: 1 (Investigating Additional Cases)
- Deaths: 0
- Exposure Source: Water system at Harrah’s Laughlin Hotel.
In Fall 2025, a case of Legionnaires’ disease linked to Harrah’s Laughlin in Laughlin, Nevada, triggered a public health investigation. The Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) confirmed the travel-associated case, with officials investigating additional possible cases connected to specific areas of the hotel.
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The Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) is investigating a case of Legionnaires’ disease associated with Harrah’s Laughlin, located in the popular resort town of Laughlin, Nevada. The case, linked to the North Tower of the hotel, was reported by an individual who stayed at the resort during the fall of 2025. Health officials are currently working with the property to notify guests and staff who were in specific areas of the hotel during the identified period of potential exposure.
Legionnaires’ disease is a severe type of pneumonia caused by Legionella bacteria, which can be contracted by inhaling aerosolized water droplets contaminated with the bacteria. The Southern Nevada Health District is continuing to monitor the situation, conducting further investigations, and working closely with Harrah’s Laughlin to ensure necessary remediation procedures and water testing are carried out.
While most people exposed to Legionella bacteria do not get sick, the disease can be severe for those at higher risk, including individuals over 50, smokers, or those with weakened immune systems or chronic illnesses.
Public Health Response
In response to the ongoing investigation, SNHD and Harrah’s Laughlin are contacting individuals who were in the areas of the hotel during the period of possible exposure. They are providing health information, symptoms guidance, and recommendations for testing. The health department is also working with the resort to ensure thorough remediation and follow-up testing of the water systems.
Dr. Rachel Zalucki of the SNHD emphasized that individuals who stayed at or worked in the affected areas of the hotel and are experiencing symptoms such as cough, fever, shortness of breath, headache, or muscle aches should seek immediate medical attention for testing.
Legal Considerations for Affected Individuals
If you or a loved one was diagnosed with Legionnaires’ disease after staying at, working at, or visiting Harrah’s Laughlin Hotel, you may be entitled to legal recourse. Our experienced attorneys can help you investigate your case, establish liability, and pursue compensation for expenses for medical treatment, lost wages, and other damages associated with your illness.
