The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and the Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs (IDVA) on late Thursday afternoon confirmed one case of Legionnaire’s Disease at the Illinois Veterans’ Home at Quincy. The Agency’s directives governing the home’s clinical and environmental protocols were immediately deployed, including enhanced resident monitoring and testing of all water sources. Currently, this is an isolated case, and out of an abundance of caution, the residents in the building will be monitored closely for at least the next two weeks. The confirmed resident experienced very mild symptoms and is recovering well. Per IDVA policy, the Home conducts regular and diligent water testing and currently, there have been no tests suggesting the presence of Legionella. An IDPH environmental health team deployed to Quincy Friday morning and is currently on-site reviewing water screening logs, previous water testing, and current status of the water system. Additionally, IDPH is testing the water system at a community provider in the local area where the resident was recently treated. Residents, family members, and powers of attorney are being notified of the single confirmed case. The Veterans’ Home at Quincy and all Illinois Veterans’ Homes are committed to the health and safety of its residents and will continue its diligence in monitoring the wellness of its Veterans.