Officials are reportedly looking into Taco Bell, as source of parasite outbreak remains elusive

Shares of Yum Brands were down nearly 4% on Tuesday.

By Bill Peters

Taco Bell takes extra cyclospora precautions while CDC investigates outbreak

Taco Bell's cyclosporiasis precautions highlight the stakes for restaurant chains during foodborne illness outbreaks. Mario Tama/Getty Images Taco Bell removed some menu ingredients in select locations to prevent possible cyclospora exposure. The CDC is investigating a parasitic outbreak linked to contaminated fresh produce in 31 states. Taco Bell's precautions exceed CDC guidance for preventing cyclosporiasis from contaminated produce. Taco Bell is taking a more aggressive approach to prot...

Michigan Reports Nearly 700 New Cyclosporiasis Cases Tuesday—Over 3,300 Total - Forbes

Michigan Reports Nearly 700 New Cyclosporiasis Cases Tuesday—Over 3,300 Total  Forbes

Taco Bell now in focus over outbreak of parasite that causes ‘explosive diarrhea,’ report says

Since May, the CDC has confirmed 843 cases of cyclosporiasis, leading to 86 hospitalizations and no reported deaths

By Brendan Rascius

Cyclospora outbreak: Is lettuce causing over 3,000 diarrhea cases in Michigan, Ohio? What officials say

With more than 3,000 Cyclospora cases reported in Michigan and Ohio, health officials are looking into lettuce as a potential source.

U.S. cyclosporiasis outbreak grows; Taco Bell cited in ongoing probe

Taco Bell Under Investigation Over Explosive Diarrhea Parasite Outbreak

Might have to put a longer pause on those drunk, late-night Taco Bell visits ... because the explosive diarrhea parasite is starting to go national ... and the fast food chain is under investigation for a possible connection to the outbreak.…

By TMZ Staff