McDonald's Takes Charge After E. coli Scare

Recently, McDonald's USA President Joe Erlinger assured customers that the company is taking quick action in response to an E. coli outbreak linked to their Quarter Pounders. The issue involves at least 49 people getting sick across 10 states, with most cases in Colorado. The harmful bacteria might be coming from either slivered onions or beef patties used in the Quarter Pounders. The situation has led McDonald's to temporarily pull these burgers from menus in affected states. Customer reactions are mixed, with some avoiding the restaurant altogether while others feel confident since only the Quarter Pounders are affected. McDonald's is working with the CDC to identify the exact cause and has removed Quarter Pounders from affected areas. Despite the scare, the company believes it will bounce back and reassure customers. Though shares briefly dropped after the announcement, they had recently been on the rise due to popular deals like the $5 "Meal Deals. "