E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounder hamburgers

E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounder hamburgers

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A serious E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounder hamburgers has affected at least 49 people across 10 states, with one death and 10 hospitalizations reported in Colorado. The outbreak occurred between late September and mid-October, with Colorado reporting the most cases. The CDC advises anyone with symptoms to seek medical attention as the investigation continues.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What food item is linked to the E. coli outbreak?

Big Mac

Fish Fillet

Quarter Pounder hamburgers

Chicken Nuggets

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many states have reported cases of the E. coli outbreak?

5 states

12 states

8 states

10 states

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which state reported the highest number of E. coli cases?

Florida

Texas

California

Colorado

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What severe complication did a child in Colorado experience due to the outbreak?

Liver failure

Severe kidney complications

Lung infection

Heart attack

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the CDC recommend for those experiencing symptoms of the outbreak?

Self-medicate at home

Get medical attention immediately

Wait for a week

Ignore the symptoms