Industry Jul 17, 2026
Taco Bell Linked to Parasite Outbreak
In short
Consumers were warned not to eat lettuce at restaurants Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio and West Virginia.
Originally published by
Consequence of Sound
Health authorities have identified Taco Bell as the source of a parasitic outbreak causing severe diarrhea. Consumers in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and West Virginia were advised against consuming lettuce from the restaurant chain.
This warning was issued to mitigate further spread of the parasite. The specific parasite and the exact mechanism of transmission through lettuce at Taco Bell have been confirmed by officials. Originally reported by Consequence of Sound.