Massive Recall of Iceberg Lettuce in 27 States Due to Cyclospora Risk

Taylor Farms has initiated a recall of iceberg lettuce distributed to 27 states, including Texas, due to potential cyclospora contamination, which has led to thousands of illness cases nationwide. The lettuce was shipped between June 29 and July 16, and consumers are advised to discard any purchased products immediately. Taco Bell and Jack in the Box are among the restaurants that have removed the affected lettuce from their supply chains. The CDC reports nearly 7,000 cases of cyclosporiasis since May, with Michigan seeing over 5,000 cases linked to this outbreak, marking it as potentially the largest in U.S. history. As investigations continue, more states may be added to the recall list.

Key Details: • Consumers should discard any iceberg lettuce purchased from June 29 to July 16. • Affected brands include Taco Bell and Jack in the Box; both have removed the lettuce from their menus. • The recall affects states including Texas, Michigan, and Ohio among others. • Symptoms of cyclosporiasis include watery diarrhea and cramping; seek medical attention if symptoms develop.