Health authorities in Baja California Sur have confirmed the first positive case of measles in Los Cabos, involving a 6-year-old girl who resides in the Gastélum neighborhood of Cabo San Lucas. The diagnosis was made following laboratory testing conducted by the State Public Health Laboratory, part of the state’s health ministry. The young patient, who is covered by the Mexican Institute of Social Security, is being monitored at home as she undergoes the illness without serious complications at present.

The local health department, specifically the Sanitary Jurisdiction Four of Los Cabos, is actively conducting a health safety perimeter around the area where the case was confirmed. This initiative is a collaborative effort with various health sector institutions to prevent further spread of the virus. Ana Luisa Guluarte Castro, the head of the health ministry, emphasized the importance of vigilance and rapid response in managing the situation to protect public health.

While this first case raises concerns about potential outbreaks, health officials are working to ensure that the situation is contained and that community members are informed about preventive measures. Vaccination and awareness campaigns may follow to enhance public understanding and compliance with health protocols, especially given the highly contagious nature of measles. The situation underscores the need for continuous monitoring and vaccination efforts to safeguard community health in the region.