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Taylor Farms recalls lettuce in 27 states amid cyclosporiasis outbreak: What to know
By ABC News at KVIA ABC-7
· July 18, 2026
· 5 min read
By Yi-Jin Yu
July 18, 2026, 4:21 PM
Fruit and vegetable producer Taylor Fresh Foods says it is voluntarily removing all iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico from the U.S. market amid an ongoing cyclosporiasis outbreak across the country that has sickened more than 1,600 people.
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Key takeaway market amid an ongoing cyclosporiasis outbreak across the country that has sickened more than 1,600 people.
Why this matters in The El Paso
El Paso residents who have recently consumed shredded iceberg lettuce at local restaurants or stores, particularly those who have visited Taco Bell locations, should be aware of the potential health risks associated with the ongoing cyclosporiasis outbreak. As one of the 27 states affected by the recall, Texas has likely seen its share of contaminated lettuce distributed to food service customers and retailers. Given the city's proximity to the US-Mexico border, El Paso's food supply chain may be particularly vulnerable to contaminated produce from Mexico. Local health authorities should be vigilant in monitoring the situation and providing guidance to residents on how to protect themselves from the outbreak. Additionally, El Pasoans who have experienced symptoms of cyclosporiasis, such as diarrhea, stomach cramps, and weight loss, should seek medical attention promptly to prevent further complications.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 18, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 5 min
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July 18, 2026, 4:21 PM
Fruit and vegetable producer Taylor Fresh Foods says it is voluntarily removing all iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico from the U.S. market amid an ongoing cyclosporiasis outbreak across the country that has sickened more than 1,600 people.
Ac...
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