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E. coli Outbreak Linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounder Sparks Lawsuits and Health Investigations

A growing E. coli outbreak tied to McDonald's results in increased illness reports, lawsuits, and health inspections of suppliers, raising concerns over food safety.

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Updated: Oct 31st, 2024, 12:16 AM ET

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Federal health officials report a rise in E. coli cases connected to McDonald's Quarter Pounders, linked to raw onions from Taylor Farms. With 90 cases and one death reported, a proposed class action lawsuit has been filed against McDonald’s for alleged negligence. The FDA is inspecting onion suppliers as McDonald's temporarily halts onion use in several locations. The CDC assures the public that the risk is low now due to product recalls, yet the situation has raised alarms over food safety in fast food.

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