The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) recently provided an update on the E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald’s restaurants in the state. The outbreak, which began in October, has affected a total of 40 individuals, with 12 of those cases being confirmed and 28 classified as probable.
DHHS emphasized that the outbreak is likely linked to a specific supplier of lettuce used in McDonald’s menu items, but the supplier has not been identified yet. They confirmed that no new cases have been reported in the past few weeks, indicating that the outbreak may be contained.
Health officials have been working closely with McDonald’s to investigate the source of the outbreak and implement necessary precautions to prevent further cases. McDonald’s has voluntarily stopped using lettuce from the suspected supplier and has increased monitoring and testing of their ingredients to ensure food safety.
Symptoms of E. coli infection include diarrhea, stomach cramps, and vomiting, and can last for several days. It is important for individuals who have consumed lettuce from McDonald’s and are experiencing these symptoms to seek medical attention. DHHS is continuing to monitor the situation and work on identifying the specific source of contamination.
McDonald’s has expressed their commitment to the health and safety of their customers and is cooperating fully with health officials to address the outbreak. They have also implemented additional safety measures in their restaurants to prevent future outbreaks. Customers are advised to stay informed and take necessary precautions when dining at fast-food establishments.
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