E.COLI Outbreak

One person has died and 10 have been hospitalised in the US due to an E.coli infection after eating McDonald’s burgers.

Sakshi Gupta Last updated on October 24th, 2024 08:38 pm Leave a comment

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One person has died and 10 have been hospitalised in the US due to an E.coli infection after eating McDonald’s burgers.

About Escherichia coli (E.COLI)

It is a type of bacteria (rod shaped) commonly found in the intestines of humans and animals.
While most strains are harmless and play a vital role in gut health, some strains can cause serious illness such as diarrhoea, urinary tract infections, respiratory illness and pneumonia.
Transmission: Pathogenic E. coli can be transmitted to humans through contaminated food, water or contact with faecal matter from infected individuals or animals.
coli is a common cause of gastrointestinal illness in India, spreading through contaminated food and water.

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