Cyclospora Outbreak Linked to Taco Bell Lettuce | Science News

A major Cyclospora outbreak linked to Taco Bell’s shredded iceberg lettuce is hitting five states, with over 1,600 confirmed cases—and likely many more. Symptoms include sudden, explosive diarrhea, and while no deaths have occurred, nearly 100 people have been hospitalized. The parasite, which spreads via contaminated food or water, can’t be killed by washing—only by cooking. The CDC urges avoiding Taco Bell lettuce in affected states and reminds everyone to wash hands and produce thoroughly. This outbreak underscores how even with safety measures, contamination can slip through—and it’s a frustrating blow for anyone craving a quick bite. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ef256f8e59c0bf86