McDonald's E Coli bacteria has hospitalised nearly 50 people and led to death of a person as well. Here is what you need to know about this bacterial infection. Published: October 25, 2024 12:17 PM IST By McDonald’s related e coli outbreak has grappled the states in USA.
Several people have been hospitalized and one person also died after contracting the infection. E Coli is a bacterial infection that affects the stomach, gut processes and can turn fatal in extreme cases. One may be exposed to Escherichia coli (E Coli) via contaminated food and water.
In the latest outbreak, McDonald’s onions are in question. The food outlet has recalled ‘Quarter Pounders’ a variety they serve, from the menu as it may be suspected as the source. All about E Coli infection E coli is a bacteria that is usually present in the intestines of healthy humans and animals.
Sometimes, it may also aid in the process of gut health. However, certain strains can lead to infection. The symptoms start to appear few days after the bacteria has infected the stomach of the urinary tract.
For treatment, medically prescribed and consulted antibiotics are given by doctors. What is the E.Coli outbreak related to McDonald’s burgers? McDonald’s pulled Quarter Pounders from one-fifth of its U.
S. stores Tuesday as a result of the outbreak, which the U.S.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said had sickened at least 49 people in 10 states. One person died and 10 were hospitalized, according to the CD.
