Taco Bell Lettuce Under Investigation Amid Cyclosporiasis Outbreak

Why it matters locally: Given that this cyclosporiasis outbreak has affected individuals across 34 states, Oregon residents who have consumed Taco Bell products with lettuce are potentially at risk. The investigation into the lettuce source could impact food safety regulations and supply chains for produce distributed within the state.

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Federal health officials are investigating iceberg lettuce supplied to Taco Bell as a possible cause of a widespread cyclosporiasis outbreak. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) currently examines a potential connection to the produce from Taylor Farms. The outbreak has affected thousands of individuals across 34 states. Cyclosporiasis is an intestinal illness caused by the parasite *Cyclospora cayetanensis*. Taco Bell announced a voluntary recall of some potentially impacted lettuce from its restaurants. The company initiated this action as a precautionary measure during the ongoing investigation.