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CDC links Taco Bell lettuce supplier to massive cyclospora outbreak
By Justin Boggs at KXXV (ABC 25) News
· July 17, 2026
· 2 min read
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed Friday that lettuce supplied to Taco Bell in five states is tied to a massive outbreak of cyclospora in the Midwest.The CDC said that 1,644 people in five states have been infected with cyclospora. Cases have been reported in Indiana, Kentu...
Key takeaway The CDC said that 1,644 people in five states have been infected with cyclospora.
Why this matters in The Waco
The investigation into Taylor Farms, a supplier of shredded iceberg lettuce to some Taco Bell restaurants, has significant implications for Waco residents who frequent the chain. Although the outbreak is considered regional, centered in the Midwest, the fact that the produce may have been distributed to other locations raises concerns about the potential for local exposure. As the CDC and state health departments continue to investigate, Waco residents should be aware of the symptoms of cyclosporiasis, which can include diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and fatigue. The removal of potentially impacted lettuce from Taco Bell's supply chain is a precautionary measure that may affect local restaurants, and residents can expect to see changes in the menu or ingredient sourcing in the coming days. The Waco community should monitor the situation closely, as the outbreak is already being considered one of the largest on record, with over 4,300 cases reported in Michigan alone.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 17, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed Friday that lettuce supplied to Taco Bell in five states is tied to a massive outbreak of cyclospora in the Midwest.The CDC said that 1,644 people in five states have been infected with cyclospora. Cases have been reported in Indiana, Kentu...
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