Mexico is currently facing a significant measles outbreak, with the virus showing active circulation and increased intensity particularly in several states, including Jalisco, Colima, Chiapas, Sinaloa, Nayarit, Tabasco, and the capital, Mexico City. Over recent weeks, health authorities have reported a sustained territorial spread and a continuous rise in infection cases across the country.

Currently, the total confirmed cases of measles in Mexico stand at 9,187, with an additional 23,684 probable cases and 28 deaths attributed to the disease within the timeframe from 2025 to 2026. These statistics were reported by the General Epidemiology Directorate (DGE) of the Health Secretariat, as of February 11, 2026. The latest updates indicate a net increase of 113 confirmed cases compared to the previous report on February 10, highlighting that the transmission of the virus remains active in various regions of the country.

The ramifications of this measles outbreak are serious not just for public health but also for health systems which may become overburdened if the outbreak escalates further. With a notable increase in cases, health authorities are likely to intensify vaccination campaigns and awareness efforts, stressing the importance of immunization to prevent further spread of measles in Mexico, alongside managing the ongoing crisis effectively.