One year after the official epidemiological alert was declared, Mexico has confirmed a total of 10,085 cases of measles and 31 fatalities attributed to this disease in the period from 2025 to 2026. The latest report from the Daily Measles Outbreak Report by the General Directorate of Epidemiology of the Ministry of Health, dated February 17, 2026, indicates that there are also 26,501 probable cases currently under investigation. This represents a substantial increase from the report on February 13, which noted 9,478 confirmed cases and 29 deaths. Within just four days, the country saw an increase of 607 confirmed infections and two additional deaths, confirming that the virus is still actively transmitting and expanding its geographical reach.

The situation is alarming as the number of probable cases rose from 24,913 to 26,501, reflecting a troubling trend with 1,588 new cases added for epidemiological analysis. Such rapid increases signal significant public health challenges ahead, as controlling the outbreak becomes increasingly complex. The ongoing transmission of the virus, particularly in certain areas of Mexico, requires immediate interventions to prevent further spread and to protect vulnerable populations, especially children who are the most affected by measles complications.

Furthermore, the confirmed deaths are reported to be distributed across eight states, with Chihuahua alone accounting for 21 fatalities. This uneven distribution of cases and deaths highlights the need for targeted vaccination campaigns and public awareness efforts in regions most impacted by the outbreak. Ensuring that the population is informed and vaccinated against measles will be crucial in curbing this epidemic and limiting future public health crises.