@drterrysimpson: 7/17 Update: A major, nationwide Cyclospora parasite outbreak is sweeping the U.S., with over 1,600 confirmed cases and more than 5,100 probable cases reported across 34 states since May. The CDC and FDA have officially linked a subset of these illnesses—1,644 cases in five states—to shredded iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms de Mexico served at Taco Bell locations. #news #parasite #outbreak #learnontiktokcontest #edutokcontest
Taco Bell knew they’d been burned before by their supplier and chose to protect their customers. Hats off to them.
2026-07-18 13:59:53
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Zaunnika :
I applaud Taco Bell for stepping up.
2026-07-18 22:48:55
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𝙲𝚢𝚋𝚎𝚛𝚖𝚗𝚍𝚊𝚢 :
Sysco needs to be held responsible too
2026-07-18 12:22:32
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DianafromAlabama :
Many Thanks to TACO BELL for getting ahead and trying to keep people from getting sick!!!!!
2026-07-18 06:27:19
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rulerofbjts :
My friend was hospitalized. No Taco Bell, no lettuce. She had eaten fruit.
2026-07-18 16:21:05
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Anncee :
Never eat bagged lettuce, it smells funny.
2026-07-18 03:15:03
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rachaelcohen8 :
:( my problem is the dang garnishes the restaurants put on everything. i ordered out for the first time in a while, specifically asked for all veggies to be cooked incredibly hot... and they topped it with fresh parsley 🤦♂️
2026-07-18 18:47:27
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TheKindKind :
Taco Bell is part of YUM! As is KFC, Pizza Hut, and Habit Burger & Grill. (I know it goes further up the chain, but just FYI.)
2026-07-18 23:32:19
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genericusername567 :
Thanks you! I keep wondering why they’re not addressing this when they talk about it.
2026-07-18 16:40:25
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26580thatsmynumber :
I suspect Taco Bell finally realized that the supplier was associated in multiple other multi state recalls not only with Cyclospora, but with other organisms. Taco Bell should not have been using this distributor without mandating much more additional testing on site.
2026-07-19 17:15:04
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CoolKittyCrew :
Looks like contaminated water was used in irrigation.
2026-07-18 03:50:36
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RaddyBell :
THANK YOU
2026-07-18 21:13:07
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PK :
As always...thank you for taking the time to update us.
2026-07-18 14:07:08
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Every Writer :
Debby downer dude. But ok..just red meat for me this summer, if you twist my arm.
2026-07-18 03:33:16
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Shabby chic 87 :
It’s not just Taco Bell, they cater to other places like McDonald’s, Chipotle, Wendy’s etc.
2026-07-18 21:10:35
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gidgetwalks2.0 :
Thanks for the layman’s explanation. Reduces rumors. As one with a compromised immune system (Secondary Multiple Sclerosis), I cringe every time I eat. I duck and hide after eating an apple. I’m glad I found you!!
2026-07-18 20:47:57
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Whitelinen78🖤 :
Far too complicated at this point lots naming berries as the problem. So I’m on a total produce shut down. If u can’t cook it I’m not eating it.
2026-07-18 09:25:33
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lindseyfrom.mi :
Thank you for saying this! I’ve been telling people that there is more than one source.
2026-07-18 23:42:51
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Marcia Sieben25 :
Thank you for this information. I thought it was a single source. Will we know when the coast is clear?
2026-07-18 02:46:40
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Woodsy :
I’m just gonna eat my Johnny popsicles until they figure it out
2026-07-18 19:28:39
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Debsarcasticplight :
I heard something about the parasite getting into swimming pools / splash pads and not being killed off by chlorine?
2026-07-18 08:20:59
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Ohh_Sabrina :
Can this spread to other things in Your fridge? Should I throw my whole refrigerator away?
2026-07-18 06:21:09
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lindaelis00 :
is graps alright to eat please
2026-07-19 14:47:12
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🕷️🖤 :
Taco Bell never would let us continue to get sick they removed the lettuce good for them
2026-07-19 16:24:04
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Mimi Valentine :
Please Dr Simpson how do we find out about California ?
2026-07-19 14:45:48
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