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A deadly E. coli outbreak hit 15 states, but the FDA chose not to publicize it

  • An E. coli outbreak linked to romaine lettuce affected 15 states and resulted in one death and 36 hospitalizations, including a 9-year-old boy who nearly died of kidney failure.
  • The Food and Drug Administration closed its investigation without publicly naming companies responsible for the contaminated lettuce.
  • Victims faced severe health issues, prompting lawsuits against Taylor Farms, which is accused of selling defective produce.
  • Critics argue that the FDA's failure to disclose outbreak details undermines public safety and accountability, especially after significant staff cuts due to government restructuring.
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Deadly E. coli outbreak went unpublicized by FDA despite affecting 15 states: report

In total, 36 people were hospitalized and one person has died.

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NBC Dallas-Fort Worth broke the news in Fort Worth, United States on Thursday, April 17, 2025.
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