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One death linked to E. coli outbreak at McDonald’s

Stephanie Gauthier
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One death linked to E. coli outbreak at McDonald’s
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Ten U.S. states face major E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald’s Quarter Pounder burgers.

Most of the people reportedly sickened by the E. coli outbreak ate the Quarter Pounder, which has been temporarily removed from the menu in states with reported cases.

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According to the CDC, 49 cases of illness and 1 death have been reported so far as a result of this E. coli outbreak.

McDonald’s in Colorado, Kansas, Utah, Wyoming, Idaho, Iowa, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico and Oklahoma are at the center of this outbreak.

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The CDC has advised the public to seek medical attention if they develop symptoms after consuming a McDonald’s Quarter Pounder, and to report eating a burger from the famous golden arch to the healthcare professional.

McDonald’s restaurants have stated that “serving our customers safely in every restaurant, every day, is our top priority”.

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The restaurants have also removed sliced onions from the menu, in addition to the Quarter Pounder.

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