Lettuce Linked to Nationwide Cyclosporiasis Outbreak | Miami News

A major cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to contaminated iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms is sickening over 1,600 people across 34 states, with more than 100 hospitalized. Authorities are investigating the Mexican supplier, which also supplied Taco Bell in five states — prompting the fast-food giant to voluntarily remove the lettuce and replace it nationwide within 24 hours, while pulling it entirely from its supply chain. The parasite, spread through contaminated food or water, can be killed by cooking, though washing produce is also advised. This isn’t Taylor Farms’ first food safety scare — last year’s E. coli outbreak tied to their onions forced McDonald’s to make changes. The FDA is actively investigating, and while Taylor Farms remains silent, public health officials urge extra caution with food prep and hygiene. 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/d046492a9ac9d169