Articles by Lisa Baertlein

Pacific Northwest E. Coli Outbreak Threatens Chipotle’s Sales

Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc.’s food poisoning outbreak in Washington state and Oregon threatens to scare diners away from the popular burrito chain and has become fodder for one of its most vocal critics. Health officials are scrambling to identify the …

McDonald’s Workers in 19 Cities File OSHA Complaints

McDonald’s Corp. restaurant workers from 19 U.S. cities complained to regulators on Monday that their working conditions are hazardous and have led to severe burns from hot grills and fryer oil. Workers taking part in the Service Employees International Union-backed …

Soda Makers Fight Back Against Obesity Claims: Reuters

U.S. public awareness campaigns about sugary soft drinks are under legal attack by beverage makers, which have sued New York City’s health department and hit local governments with requests for documents on the science behind the initiatives. Efforts to deter …