MEXICO CITY — Mexico’s health ministry says the measles outbreak that began in 2025 has now killed at least 28 people and infected 9,074, underscoring the scale of the nation’s largest recent wave of the disease. The updated figures were disclosed by Health Minister David Kershenobich during the president’s morning briefing, according to Reuters and a summary published by Devdiscourse.
Authorities say Mexico has 28 million doses of measles vaccine available for distribution, and President Claudia Sheinbaum said supplies are sufficient to meet demand, Reuters reported. Official data show the country has logged 6.7 cumulative measles cases per 100,000 residents.
Vaccination push and public events
Mexico is expanding vaccination campaigns to curb transmission, with officials emphasizing routine immunization and targeted outreach to communities with low coverage. Despite the outbreak, Sheinbaum said no extraordinary measures are currently planned for the 2026 World Cup, which Mexico will co‑host with the United States and Canada, according to Reuters.
Why measles outbreaks grow quickly
Measles is one of the most contagious airborne diseases and can cause severe complications, including pneumonia and encephalitis. The World Health Organization says vaccination remains the most effective prevention tool and estimates that measles immunization averted about 59 million deaths worldwide between 2000 and 2024.
What comes next
Health authorities are focused on boosting vaccination coverage and surveillance to prevent further spread. The outbreak’s trajectory will hinge on how quickly gaps in routine immunization are closed, health officials said in briefings cited by Reuters and Devdiscourse.
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