Cyclosporiasis outbreak possibly traced to lettuce from Mexico used by Taco Bell
Summary
A nationwide outbreak of cyclosporiasis, an illness caused by a parasite, has sickened thousands of people in the U.S. Officials are investigating a lettuce supplier from Mexico, Taylor Farms, which provided lettuce to Taco Bell locations where some sick people ate. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is looking into the source while Taco Bell has temporarily removed some ingredients at certain restaurants.Key Facts
- Cyclosporiasis is caused by the parasite cyclospora and leads to diarrhea.
- The outbreak began in early May and has spread to 34 states.
- At least 1,645 people have been sickened and 141 hospitalized, but some states report higher numbers.
- Michigan reported over 4,300 cases and more than 100 hospitalizations.
- FDA traced the lettuce used by Taco Bell in five affected states to Taylor Farms in Mexico.
- Taco Bell voluntarily removed some ingredients at select restaurants as a safety measure.
- Taylor Farms is a major producer of salads and fresh foods, supplying many restaurant chains across North America.
- Taylor Farms was linked to a previous food outbreak involving onions last year.
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