Investigators eye Taco Bell in multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to lettuce

Federal and state health officials are examining Taco Bell’s possible role in a large multistate outbreak of cyclosporiasis, a parasite tied to contaminated produce. Michigan has flagged lettuce as a suspected source, and the outbreak has sickened thousands and hospitalized more than 80 people across more than 30 states, with investigators still seeking the specific grower or supplier responsible.