José Narro Robles, former rector of UNAM and past head of the Ministry of Health, called on the federal government of Mexico to avoid politicizing the ongoing measles outbreak that has claimed 28 lives to date. In an interview on El Financiero TV's 'La Silla Roja', Narro emphasized that the situation should be managed from a public health perspective rather than a political one. He expressed concern that the issue has been overshadowed by blame directed at previous administrations, noting that such politicization detracts from the focus on health and the lives of individuals affected by the outbreak.

Narro pointed out that while the current director of the Mexican Social Security Institute (IMSS), Zoé Robledo, made comments linking the outbreak to low vaccination rates from previous administrations, he agreed with Robledo's stance against politicizing the matter. Instead, Narro called for increased resources and attention to be devoted to addressing the health crisis, advocating for a non-partisan approach that prioritizes public health needs. The outbreak has highlighted existing vulnerabilities in Mexico's healthcare system and may require urgent interventions to protect the population and improve vaccination coverage.

The implications of this outbreak raise questions about the overall public health infrastructure in Mexico, especially regarding vaccination programs and disease control strategies. With the recent fatalities directly linked to the outbreak, the call from Narro reflects a growing concern among health professionals regarding the potential resurgence of preventable diseases due to political narratives and inadequate healthcare responses. Moving forward, it will be crucial for the government to ensure that health policies are informed by scientific evidence and not swayed by political disputes, ultimately aiming to safeguard the health of the population against such outbreaks in the future.