Mexico City, January 16, 2026 – The Mexico City Health Secretariat (Sedesa) has issued an alert regarding a measles outbreak, identifying Álvaro Obregón and Gustavo A. Madero (GAM) as the boroughs with the highest incidence of reported cases. Health authorities are calling on the public to ensure their vaccination schedules are complete and to consult health centers with any questions or symptoms.
High Vaccination Coverage Prevents Larger Outbreaks
Genoveva Ortiz, a representative from Sedesa, stated that larger outbreaks have been successfully prevented due to the high vaccination coverage across the city. The health campaign has seen the administration of 800,000 doses of the measles vaccine, and authorities confirm there is no shortage of vaccines.
Key Actions and Recommendations
- Complete Vaccination: Residents are strongly advised to ensure all members of their families, especially children, have received their full course of measles vaccinations.
- Seek Medical Advice: In case of any symptoms suggestive of measles, such as fever, rash, or cough, individuals should immediately visit a health center for diagnosis and treatment.
- Public Awareness: Sedesa continues its public awareness campaigns to inform citizens about the importance of vaccination and early detection.
Related Health and Safety News in Mexico City
This measles alert comes amidst other significant public health and safety developments in the capital:
- La Concordia Explosion: The Attorney General’s Office (Fiscalía) has successfully facilitated reparatory agreements and comprehensive care for victims of the gas pipeline explosion in La Concordia, which occurred two months prior, resulting in 32 fatalities and nearly 100 injuries.
- Property Recovery: The Fiscalía has returned 430 properties to their rightful owners, significantly weakening criminal networks involved in property dispossession in Mexico City.
- Street Census: Mexico City is conducting a census of homeless individuals in the Central de Abasto as part of efforts to consolidate a social policy with a humanistic approach.
Ongoing Efforts to Combat Measles
The Mexico City government, through Sedesa, continues to monitor the situation closely. The emphasis remains on preventative measures, particularly vaccination, to contain the spread of the virus and protect the health of the population. The cooperation of citizens in adhering to vaccination guidelines is crucial in mitigating the impact of this outbreak.
Authorities have previously expressed concern over the advance of the measles virus, leading to the installation of over 20 vaccination modules en route to the Basílica after five cases were detected. Vaccination campaigns have also been extended to churches in the State of Mexico, offering free doses.
Source: Mexico City Health Secretariat (Sedesa), Attorney General’s Office (Fiscalía)
