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JBSA temporarily relocates residents of Liberty Barracks
November 5, 2021 — Joint Base San Antonio leadership is temporarily relocating more than 80 residents and staff from the Liberty Barracks at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston to mitigate legionella bacteria, which was discovered in unoccupied rooms during routine water testing... MORE

BAMC discovers likely source of Legionella bacteria in adjacent building
February 28, 2018 — Brooke Army Medical Center has identified the likely source of the Legionella bacteria in building 15, which is located adjacent to the main facility. After testing numerous sources, a hot water heater in the building was determined to be the source for the Legionella. ... MORE

A Brooke Army Medical Center staff member who works in Building 15 was confirmed to have Legionella bacteria Feb 6.

Brooke Army Medical Center staff member confirmed with Legionella bacteria
February 7, 2018 — A Brooke Army Medical Center staff member who works in Building 15 was confirmed to have Legionella bacteria Feb 6... MORE

Legionella not detected at Brooke Army Medical Center
August 31, 2017 — After extensive testing and evaluation, Brooke Army Medical Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston has found no indication of Legionella bacteria in or around a building adjacent to the hospital... MORE

The Legionella bacteria, which causes Legionnaires' disease, has not been found at Brooke Army Medical Center.