Three E. coli Cases Linked to Mercado Los Amigos in Yakima – Tres casos de E. coli vinculados al Mercado Los Amigos en Yakima

Three E. coli Cases Linked to Mercado Los Amigos in Yakima
The Yakima Health District (YHD) is investigating three cases of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) in individuals who reported eating meat, produce, and/or prepared foods from Mercado Los Amigos, located at 1409 Fruitvale Blvd, Yakima, WA.
As a precaution, Mercado Los Amigos voluntarily closed its store on September 18, 2025 and is working collaboratively with YHD to address the current risk and that future operations ensure food is as safe as possible. Anyone who purchased or consumed meat, produce, or prepared foods from Mercado Los Amigos between September 10 and September 18, 2025, should contact their healthcare provider if they experience the following symptoms:
• Abdominal cramping
• Severe or bloody diarrhea
• Vomiting
Most people recover in 5–10 days. However, children under 5, adults over 65, and those who have a weakened immune system are at higher risk for severe illness, including kidney failure.
About E. coli
E. coli are bacteria commonly found in food, water, and the environment. While many strains are harmless, some — like STEC — can cause serious illness.
How it spreads:
• Undercooked or raw beef (especially ground beef)
• Raw produce contaminated with animal waste
• Cross-contamination in kitchens
• Person-to-person (e.g., after using the bathroom without washing hands)
How to Prevent Infection
Community members can take steps to reduce their risk of infection:
• Cook meat thoroughly- especially ground beef.
• Thoroughly wash fruits & vegetables before eating. Cooking fruits & vegetables can further
reduce the risk of infection.
• Wash hands often with soap and water.
• Keep raw meat separate from ready-to- eat foods.
Tres casos de E. coli vinculados al Mercado Los Amigos en Yakima
El Distrito de Salud de Yakima (YHD como sus siglas en inglés) está investigando tres casos de infección por E. coli productora de toxina Shiga (STEC como sus siglas en inglés) en personas que declararon haber consumido carne, frutas, verduras y/o alimentos preparados del Mercado Los Amigos, ubicado en 1409 Fruitvale Blvd, Yakima, WA.
Como medida de precaución, el Mercado Los Amigos cerró voluntariamente sus puertas el 18 de septiembre de 2025 y está colaborando con el Distrito de Salud de Yakima para mitigar el riesgo actual y garantizar la seguridad alimentaria en sus futuras operaciones. Cualquier persona que haya comprado o consumido carne, frutas, verduras o alimentos preparados en el Mercado Los Amigos entre el 10 y el 18 de septiembre de 2025, y que presente los siguientes síntomas, debe contactar a su médico:
• Cólicos abdominales
• Diarrea severa o con sangre
• Vómitos
La mayoría de las personas se recuperan en 5 a 10 días. Sin embargo, los niños menores de 5 años, los adultos mayores de 65 años y las personas con sistema inmunológico debilitado tienen mayor riesgo de sufrir una enfermedad grave, incluso insuficiencia renal.
Sobre la E. coli
La bacteria E. coli se encuentra comúnmente en alimentos, agua y el entorno. Si bien muchas cepas son inofensivas, algunas, como la E. coli STEC, pueden causar enfermedades graves.
Cómo se propaga:
• Carne de res cruda o poco cocida (especialmente carne molida)
• Verduras crudas contaminadas con residuos animales
• Contaminación cruzada en la cocina
• De persona a persona (por ejemplo, después de usar el baño sin lavarse las manos) Cómo prevenir las infecciones
Los miembros de la comunidad pueden tomar medidas para reducir el riesgo de infección:
• Cocinar bien la carne, especialmente la carne molida.
• Lavar bien las frutas y verduras antes de consumirlas. Cocinarlas también reduce aún más el riesgo de infección.
• Lavarse las manos con frecuencia con agua y jabón.
• Mantener la carne cruda separada de los alimentos listos para consumir.
Cita
Republished with permission from Bill Marler and Marler Clark. Copyright (c) Marler Clark LLP, PS. All rights reserved.
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