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Kebab Shop Beef Kofta Outbreak Sickens Nine, Hospitalizes Six Children

5/23/2026

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Health officials announced an outbreak linked to The Kebab Shop’s grilled beef kofta, affecting nine people.
The outbreak sickened nine people March 27–April 30, hospitalized six children, caused hemolytic uremic syndrome in two, and resulted in no deaths.
Kebab Shop halted sales on May 18, 2026 and opened hotline (888-965-5821).
Health officials urged those who ate the product and show symptoms within ten days to seek care, discard leftovers, and cook beef to 160 °F.

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Story summary

Health officials announced an outbreak linked to The Kebab Shop’s grilled beef kofta, affecting nine people.
The outbreak sickened nine people March 27–April 30, hospitalized six children, caused hemolytic uremic syndrome in two, and resulted in no deaths.
Kebab Shop halted sales on May 18, 2026 and opened hotline (888-965-5821).
Health officials urged those who ate the product and show symptoms within ten days to seek care, discard leftovers, and cook beef to 160 °F.