Taco Bell iceberg lettuce identified as source of cyclosporiasis in 5 states
Federal health officials have linked shredded iceberg lettuce served at Taco Bell restaurants in five states to an outbreak of cyclosporiasis. The contaminated produce has been traced to a supplier, reportedly Taylor Farms, which has faced previous food safety scrutiny.
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The outbreak highlights persistent vulnerabilities in the fast-food supply chain and the public health risks associated with large-scale produce distribution.
Shredded Taco Bell iceberg lettuce identified as source of cyclosporiasis in 5 states Don’t eat Taco Bell lettuce in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, or West Virginia.
33 The Taco Bell logo is displayed at a Taco Bell restaurant Credit: Getty | Mario Tama The Taco Bell logo is displayed at a Taco Bell restaurant Credit: Getty | Mario Tama Text settings Story text Size Small Standard Large Width * Standard Wide Links Standard Orange * Subscribers only Learn more Minimize to nav Federal officials on Friday announced that shredded iceberg lettuce imported from Mexico and served at Taco Bell restaurants in five states is a source of Cyclospora , the foodborne parasite causing the nationwide surge in cases of explosive, watery diarrhea. The five states are Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and West Virginia.
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