Is it safe to have a Quarter Pounder from McDonald's?
                                
                                
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                                According to a 2024 CDC report, a multi-state E. coli outbreak linked to slivered onions in McDonald's Quarter Pounders was investigated and later resolved, highlighting the importance of food safety vigilance. So, is it safe to have a Quarter Pounder from McDonald's today? The answer depends on a balance of recent food safety measures and the burger's long-term nutritional profile.