Taco Bell takes extra cyclospora precautions while CDC investigates outbreak
Taco Bell has voluntarily removed certain ingredients from select locations as a precaution against a multistate cyclospora outbreak. While the CDC has not linked the parasite to the chain, the company is taking proactive measures beyond federal guidance.
Why it matters
This demonstrates how major food chains manage brand reputation and public health risks during widespread foodborne illness investigations.
Taco Bell's cyclosporiasis precautions highlight the stakes for restaurant chains during foodborne illness outbreaks. Mario Tama/Getty Images Taco Bell removed some menu ingredients in select locations to prevent possible cyclospora exposure. The CDC is investigating a parasitic outbreak linked to contaminated fresh produce in 31 states. Taco Bell's precautions exceed CDC guidance for preventing cyclosporiasis from contaminated produce. Taco Bell is taking a more aggressive approach to protecting against cyclospora than federal health officials currently recommend, temporarily pulling some ingredients from select restaurants while the CDC investigates a multistate outbreak. The fast-food chain told Business Insider on Tuesday it has "voluntarily and temporarily" removed certain ingredients from menus at select restaurants as a precautionary measure given the outbreak of the diarrheal illness . Taco Bell said the move is precautionary.
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