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Taco Bell lettuce supplier under investigation in cyclospora illness outbreak
By Brenda Goodman, Deidre McPhillips, CNN Newsource at KXXV (ABC 25) News
· July 17, 2026
· 3 min read
Shredded iceberg lettuce supplied by Taylor Farms and sold at some Taco Bell restaurants has been linked to a multistate outbreak of cyclosporiasis, a source familiar with the investigation said Thursday.Cases of the intestinal illness caused by a microscopic parasite are surging across the US, w...
Key takeaway The CDC has identified at least 400 cases associated with the outbreak across four states Michigan, Ohio, West Virginia and Kentucky and the source told CNN that those states are where the affected Taco Bell locations are.
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: business ·
Published: July 17, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 3 min
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