Outbreak Details
A food poisoning outbreak associated with McDonald's Quarter Pounders has been traced to , affecting approximately 50 individuals and resulting in one death.
Raw slivered onions served on the Quarter Pounders are identified as the likely source of contamination, with the outbreak impacting a wide age range from 13 to 88 years old.
Health Implications and Response
E. coli O157:H7 can cause severe diarrhea, kidney failure, and is particularly dangerous for young children, the elderly, and those with compromised immune systems.
The (CDC) highlights that E. coli infections lead to about 74,000 infections and 61 deaths annually in the , with this outbreak contributing to the concerns over food safety.