Two Legionnaires Cases Reported at South Point Casino in Las Vegas
Posted on: May 22, 2025, 06:05h.
Last updated on: May 23, 2025, 09:16h.
Two separate cases of Legionnaires’ disease are being investigated at the South Point casino hotel in Las Vegas, the Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) announced Thursday.
One case occurred in August 2024, while the other occurred in February 2025. Both are “travel-associated” cases from which their victims recovered, according to an SNHD news release.
Legionella, the bacterium that causes the disease, was found in multiple samples taken from the South Point’s water system. Remedial efforts are being conducted, as well as follow-up testing to ensure the water is safe.
“The facility is fully cooperating with the Health District’s investigation and has initiated guest notifications regarding the potential exposure, and is implementing precautionary measures to mitigate any further risk of illness,” the SNHD said.
The SNHD is attempting to locate any other guests who became ill. If exposed to Legionnaires’ disease, symptoms usually begin within two to 10 days. They include coughing, shortness of breath, fever, muscle aches, and headaches for up to two weeks.
Anyone who stayed at the South Point on or after April 16, 2025, and developed or are experiencing symptoms within 14 days of their stay, is urged to complete this confidential illness survey.
If former guests are still symptomatic, the SNHD said they should seek medical attention and alert their medical provider of their potential exposure.
You are at increased risk of contracting Legionnaire’s disease if you:
- Are 50 years or older
- Are a current or former smoker
- Have a chronic lung disease
- Have a weakened immune systems
- Take drugs that can weaken your immune systems (such as after a transplant operation or chemotherapy)
- Have an underlying illnesses such as diabetes, kidney failure, or liver failure
Second Property
Legionnaires’ disease was also discovered at the Grandview, a hotel located next to the South Point. The SNHD is investigating three cases reported by guests of that property – one in February 2025 and two others in April 2025.
Legionella was also found in water samples from the Grandview, and similar remediation efforts and testing are underway
Any guest of the Grandview on or after March 27, 2025, who became sick or is still experiencing symptoms within 14 days of their stay, is urged to complete this survey.
Those who stayed at the South Point or Grandview before May 7, without experiencing symptoms, are no longer considered at risk.
Anyone with additional questions can contact the district’s Helpline at (702) 759-4636 (INFO).
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I got yelled at by front desk for raising concerns why we weren’t told when we checked in 2 weeks ago.