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Mexico Confirms 4,226 Measles Cases as CDMX Intensifies Vaccination and Containment

Mexico City is expanding free booster access to lift coverage toward 95% to contain isolated cases.

Chihuahua concentra los casos de sarampión en México
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Overview

  • The federal health ministry reports 4,226 confirmed measles cases and 15 deaths nationwide across 21 states and 89 municipalities.
  • Chihuahua accounts for more than 90% of infections with 3,932 cases and 14 deaths, with the highest incidence in children aged 0 to 4 and adults in their late 20s to early 30s.
  • Mexico City has three confirmed cases and authorities say there is no outbreak, with 95 epidemiological rings active for contact tracing and containment.
  • Local health officials in the capital report sufficient vaccine supply at IMSS, ISSSTE and IMSS Bienestar facilities, alongside 32 kiosks and targeted outreach in low‑coverage neighborhoods.
  • People aged 10 to 49 are being urged to receive a free, safe measles booster at public health centers to strengthen community protection.