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McDonald's this week revealed the first major E. coli contamination linked to its popular Quarter Pounder burger in some states.
The crisis that claimed one life widened this week as the fast food giants grappled with resolving the food safety crisis for Americans and investors.
FOX Business has the latest information on food safety failures at America's largest restaurant chains.
E. coli outbreak revealed: Earlier this week, the CDC linked McDonald's Quarter Pounder to E. coli and issued a national warning, prompting the fast food giant to go into damage control mode… Continue reading here.
current situation: As of Friday's update, the number of people affected by McDonald's E. coli is increasing… Continue reading here.
Causes of pollution: McDonald's said the beef used to make the Quarter Pounder and the onions used in this particular menu item may be the main sources of contamination, but the investigation continues.…Continue reading here.
Ripple effect: Other fast food restaurants that used the same onion supplier as McDonald's are also taking their own precautions.…Continue reading here.
How to find E. coli: This is a common bacteria and can affect each individual differently. However, it can be fatal for some people…Continue reading here.
Investor influence: The E. coli outbreak hit McDonald's stock this week as investors try to gauge the impact and cost of the situation. Check out McDonald's share here.
Come clean: One of America's most prominent investors says McDonald's crisis management team needs to do one main thing…Continue reading here.
Commencement of litigation: Lawyers patrol the Golden Arches as E. coli victims seek compensation… Continue reading here.
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Are food accidents increasing? McDonald's and Boar's Head are two brands that have recently been linked to the deadly bacteria as a growing number of recalls make national headlines. We asked an expert what's going on…Continue reading here.
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