The Mexican Health Secretary announced significant progress in measles vaccination efforts, with over 6 million doses administered and a goal of increasing weekly vaccinations to 2.5 million.
During a recent morning press conference, Eduardo Clark García Dobarganes, the Deputy Secretary of Sectoral Integration and Coordination of Health Care Services in Mexico's Health Ministry, shared updates on the status of measles vaccinations across the country. As of the latest report, over 6 million doses of the measles vaccine have been administered since February of the previous year, with an available reserve of 27 million doses ready for distribution across the country's health institutions. This proactive approach is part of a broader strategy to control measles outbreaks.
Clark highlighted the significant uptick in vaccination rates in January and February 2026, noting that the efforts have seen a remarkable doubling in administered doses, from around 817,000 in late January to almost 1.7 million during the week of February 7-13. The Ministry is optimistic about the future of the vaccination campaign, aiming to reach a target of 2.5 million vaccines weekly. These efforts underscore the government's commitment to preventing measles spread as part of its health initiatives.
The strategic distribution of vaccines and an aggressive vaccination schedule reflect the urgency of containing measles, especially considering the global increase in such outbreaks. With a substantial stockpile of vaccines, Mexico is positioning itself to not only control the current outbreak but also to enhance overall public health resilience. The updates serve as a reminder of the importance of vaccination in safeguarding community health and preventing infectious diseases from gaining a foothold.
