Mexican Senators Sound Warning That a Huge COVID-19 Surge Is Expected to Hit the Country by Mid-January 2025
Nikhil Prasad Fact checked by:Thailand Medical News Team Jan 06, 2025 1 day, 11 hours, 27 minutes ago
COVID-19 News: Mexican senators from the Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI) have issued a stark warning about a significant surge in COVID-19 cases expected to hit the country by mid-January 2025. Manuel Añorve Baños, the coordinator of the PRI parliamentary group in the Senate, expressed his "deep concern" over expert projections indicating an imminent health crisis. In this
COVID-19 News report, he emphasizes the urgency for the federal government to avoid improvisation and act proactively to prevent a repeat of the devastating pandemic effects experienced previously.
Mexican Senators Sound Warning That a Huge COVID-19 Surge Is Expected to Hit the Country by Mid-January 2025
Call for Immediate Government Action
Añorve Baños highlighted the alarming increase in COVID-19 cases in the United States, where recent reports indicate that one in every 50 inhabitants has been infected. He warned that the continuous flow of people between the two nations necessitates immediate measures by the Mexican Ministry of Health to prevent a similar scenario of uncontrolled infections.
"We cannot ignore what is happening on the other side of the border," Añorve stated. "If the curve of cases is already on the rise there, it is only a matter of time before we see a similar impact here."
Health Authorities in a Critical Situation
According to the latest reports, the first peak of SARS-CoV-2 infections in 2025 is anticipated to occur in mid-January. This places health authorities in a critical situation that requires immediate responses. Añorve Baños urged the government to implement clear and effective preventive measures, including:
-Expanding Hospital Capacity: Preparing healthcare facilities to handle a potential influx of patients.
-Supplying Essential Medicines and Equipment: Providing medical personnel with necessary medicines and personal protective equipment.
He also stressed the importance of coordinating efforts with state and municipal governments to ensure all regions have the necessary resources to combat a health emergency effectively.
"Alito" Moreno Calls for Vaccine Availability
Senator and PRI President Alejandro "Alito" Moreno Cárdenas echoed these concerns, calling on the Ministry of Health to provide certainty regarding the availability and distribution of COVID-19 vaccines. He pointed out that while the winter vaccination campaign began in October 2024, it primarily utilized vaccines like Abdala and Sputnik, which have not been updated for new variants.
"It is unacceptable that, while other countries protect their population with state-of-the-art vaccines against SARS-CoV-2, in Mexico we continue to depend on limited biologics
without a clear plan for acquiring updated doses," Moreno stated. "We demand a comprehensive strategy that includes the purchase of more effective vaccines and the timely distribution of the national vaccine Patria."
Government Must Assume Responsibility
Moreno emphasized that the government must take responsibility to ensure a sufficient supply of effective coronavirus vaccines for both vulnerable groups and the general population. "The protection of Mexicans cannot be subject to late or improvised decisions," he asserted. "We demand that sufficient resources be allocated and that health be prioritized as a true state policy."
PRI's Commitment to Mexican Health
Both Moreno and Añorve Baños reiterated the PRI parliamentary group's commitment to promoting initiatives from the Senate that prioritize the health of Mexicans. They insisted that health protection cannot be a secondary issue or subject to improvisation.
"We demand that the federal government guarantee the necessary conditions for Mexico to face this health threat with preparation, responsibility, and efficiency," they declared.
Staggering Pandemic Death Toll
During the COVID-19 pandemic in Mexico, more than 330,000 people died according to official figures. However, studies on excess mortality conducted by the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI) suggest that the real number of deaths related to the disease could exceed 788,000 people.
Conclusion
As Mexico braces for a potential new wave of COVID-19 infections, the warnings from PRI senators underscore the critical need for immediate and decisive government action. The calls for reinforced vaccine distribution, expanded healthcare capacity, and coordinated efforts at all levels of government highlight the urgency of the situation. With the possibility of a significant surge looming, proactive measures are essential to safeguard public health and prevent a repeat of past crises. The government's response in the coming weeks will be crucial in determining the country's ability to navigate this impending challenge successfully.
Media Reference:
https://www.yucatan.com.mx/mexico/2025/01/05/senadores-del-pri-alertan-sobre-nueva-ola-de-covid-19-en-mexico.html
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