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Mexico Measles Cases Reach 4,292 as Health Ministry Launches CDMX Vaccine Hotline

Mexico is guiding CDMX residents to nearby measles shots through a 079 hotline to speed uptake.

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Overview

  • The national tally stands at 4,292 confirmed cases and 15 deaths as of August 27, according to the Health Ministry.
  • Chihuahua accounts for 3,997 infections, with additional clusters in Sonora (87), Coahuila (53), Guerrero (31) and Durango (22).
  • More than 90% of confirmed patients were not vaccinated, and none of those who died had a vaccination history.
  • CDMX residents can call 079 free of charge and press # to receive guidance to the nearest vaccination site; shots are free and available across health sector units.
  • Response measures include sanitary rings around detected cases and a national vaccination push covering children 6 months to 9 years, people 10 to 49 without complete schedules, health and education workers, and vulnerable groups.