1 dead, dozens sickened in E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounders

23 Oct 2024, 03:24 by Sheri Walsh · UPI

Oct. 22 (UPI) -- An E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounders has led to one death and 10 hospitalizations, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced Tuesday, as the fast food chain pulled the iconic burgers from its restaurants in several states.

One person in Colorado died, according to the CDC, which has tracked the outbreak to a total of 10 states.