Brugada explained that the aim is to reach 95% herd immunity within the next month, anticipating that more than 1.6 million people will have received the measles vaccine by then to help prevent further transmission. This ambitious target reflects the city’s commitment to protecting its population from the potentially serious complications of measles.
As of February 9, Mexico has confirmed 8,899 measles cases between 2025 and 2026, resulting in 28 deaths across seven states, data from the General Directorate of Epidemiology shows. This underscores the severity of the outbreak and the urgent need for continued vaccination efforts.
Brugada recently participated in a virtual meeting with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum to discuss the national vaccination campaign and expressed gratitude to Mexico City residents “for patiently waiting for their vaccine” at designated vaccination centers. Collaboration between national and local governments is crucial for effective public health responses.
Authorities have been actively working to combat the measles epidemic, vaccinating over 40,000 people in the last six days. “Let us remember that the vaccine is the best tool, the most effective one to reduce the chain of transmission of measles. And it also avoids serious complications, of course, it prevents avoidable deaths,” Brugada stated from the capital’s Zócalo.
Vaccination sites are available to the public both during the day and at night to maximize accessibility. This expanded access aims to ensure that as many people as possible can receive the protection offered by the vaccine.
According to official data, Mexico City currently has 217 active measles cases, with 77% of those infected having no prior vaccination history. This statistic emphasizes the critical role of vaccination in preventing infection and the vulnerability of unvaccinated individuals.
Tragically, a three-month-vintage infant died on December 30 from measles, a death that authorities confirmed three days ago was directly caused by the virus. This loss serves as a stark reminder of the potential severity of measles, particularly for vulnerable populations, and the importance of vaccination.
