# Taco Bell Lettuce Recall Sparks Outbreak | Los Angeles News

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Podcast: [Los Angeles News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/los-angeles-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7458113)
Published: 2026-07-18T03:26:07+00:00
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A major cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to Taylor Farms’ shredded iceberg lettuce is sending shockwaves through the fast-food world—especially Taco Bell, where contaminated lettuce may have sickened over 5,000 people across states like Michigan. The FDA is racing to trace the source to a single Mexican supplier, while the company prepares a recall. This isn’t the first time Taylor Farms has been tied to a major foodborne illness—recall this year’s E. coli scare with McDonald’s Quarter Pounders. Foot traffic is already dropping at affected chains, while Wendy’s and Chipotle confirm they’re untouched. It’s a stark reminder of how fragile—and interconnected—our food system really is. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/2b8d87c097b82bd2

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