April 16, 2026
Dent County Health Center is providing an update regarding the investigation of a confirmed case of Legionnaires’ disease that could have been associated with Seville Care Center.
Environmental health testing conducted at Seville Care Center found no Legionella bacteria throughout the facility. At this time, the investigation has been completed.
Dent County Health Center worked closely with Seville Care Center and the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services throughout the investigation process. Legionnaires’ disease is a serious type of pneumonia caused by Legionella bacteria, which is typically spread through inhalation of contaminated mist or water vapor. It is not normally spread person to person.
Dent County Health Center appreciates the cooperation and partnership of Seville Care Center and the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services during this investigation. The environmental testing results are reassuring, and we are grateful for the collaborative efforts taken to protect the health and safety of residents, staff, and visitors.
