Health authorities in Mexico City have confirmed the first death associated with measles, marking a significant development in an ongoing outbreak. During the period from 2025 to 2026, the country has reported a total of 8,899 confirmed measles cases, 22,425 suspected cases, and a total of 28 deaths across various states. The reported figures indicate that the outbreak has not only affected the capital but has also resulted in significant infections and fatalities in several regions of Mexico.

The majority of measles-related deaths have been concentrated in various states, with Chihuahua recording the highest number of confirmed cases at 4,504. Other states reporting deaths include Jalisco, Sonora, Durango, Michoacán, Tlaxcala, and Mexico City, each seeing isolated cases of fatalities. The detailed report released by the General Directorate of Epidemiology highlights that these deaths have been determined by expert groups to be directly linked to measles, emphasizing the seriousness of the outbreak and the potential health crisis it poses.

The ongoing situation has raised alarms among health officials as they work to manage the outbreak. With the highest incidence rates observed in the northern and western parts of the country, there is a pressing need for increased vaccination campaigns and public health interventions to prevent further spread. The report serves as a crucial reminder of the importance of maintaining immunization programs to protect communities against preventable diseases like measles, which can have severe consequences, particularly for vulnerable populations.