What is E. coli? E. coli, aka Escherichia coli, is a large group of bacteria that encompasses many different kinds of germs, according to the CDC.

Food poisoning sickens at least 48 million people in the U.S. each year, including 128,000 who are hospitalized and 3,000 who die. E. coli poisoning is only one cause of such infections.

A recent E coli outbreak linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounder hamburgers has affected 49 people across 10 states, with one death and 10 hospitalizations reported. McDonald's has removed the ...

What should I do if I get sick with E. coli? Your first priority is staying hydrated, even if drinking water and electrolyte beverages is the last thing you feel like doing while sick to your stomach.

A "fast-moving" outbreak of E. coli linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounders has spread to 10 states including Iowa, leaving dozens sick and one dead.

The type of bacteria involved in this outbreak is E. Coli O121:H19, a strain of the dangerous Shiga toxin-producing E. coli, or STEC, which has been linked to ground beef, romaine lettuce and ...

What to know about E. coli and the McDonald’s outbreak By JONEL ALECCIA The Associated Press,Updated October 24, 2024, 11:14 a.m.

The McDonald’s outbreak is caused by E. coli O157:H7, which produces a toxin that causes dangerous diarrhea and can lead to kidney failure and other serious problems, according to the CDC.

Food poisoning sickens at least 48 million people in the U.S. each year, including 128,000 who are hospitalized and 3,000 who die. E. coli poisoning is only one cause of such infections.

Food poisoning sickens at least 48 million people in the U.S. each year, including 128,000 who are hospitalized and 3,000 who die. E. coli poisoning is only one cause of such infections.