Michigan health officials contacted Taco Bell parent company ahead of recall
According to a report by Bloomberg, Michigan health officials reached out to Yum! Brands Inc. (YUM:NYSE), the parent company of Taco Bell, weeks before publicly announcing a cyclospora outbreak linked to its restaurants. The communication occurred as part of an investigation into contaminated lettuce that led to foodborne illness cases. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services reportedly discussed concerns with Yum! Brands prior to issuing public warnings or initiating product recalls. This suggests early awareness by both parties, though the full timeline and nature of their discussions remain unclear from available information.
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