Quintana Roo’s 2025 Vaccination Week: Free Measles, HPV Shots

Quintana Roo, Mexico — Governor Mara Lezama has urged residents of Quintana Roo to participate in the National Vaccination Week 2025, running from April 26 to May 3, emphasizing that immunization is a critical preventive measure. The campaign offers free vaccines at health centers and mobile units across the state, targeting diseases such as measles, mumps, human papillomavirus (HPV), and more.

Vaccines Available for All Age Groups

Under the slogan "Vaccination is an act of prevention," the initiative provides essential immunizations, including BCG, Hepatitis B, Hexavalent, Rotavirus, Pneumococcal, MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), DPT (diphtheria, pertussis, tetanus), and HPV. Governor Lezama highlighted the campaign’s accessibility in a public statement: "Friends, the National Vaccination Week 2025 has begun in #QuintanaRoo!"

The program prioritizes infants, children, adolescents, pregnant women, and at-risk adults. Health authorities have structured the vaccination schedule by age group to ensure proper coverage:

• Infants under one year: Vaccines for tuberculosis (BCG), Hepatitis B, hexavalent, rotavirus, and pneumococcal disease.
• Children under five: Immunizations against measles, rubella, mumps, pneumonia, and tetanus.
• Children aged one to nine: Completion of vaccination schedules for measles, rubella, mumps, diphtheria, pertussis, and tetanus.
• Pregnant women: Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccine from the 20th week of pregnancy to protect both mother and child.
• Adolescents: HPV vaccines and boosters for tetanus, diphtheria, measles, rubella, and Hepatitis B, particularly for those with incomplete schedules.
• Adults 20–59: Reinforced protection against tetanus, diphtheria, measles, rubella, and Hepatitis B, with emphasis on healthcare workers and high-risk individuals.

Governor Lezama Stresses Collective Responsibility

Governor Lezama underscored the broader impact of vaccination: "Immunization not only protects those who receive the doses but also safeguards the community, especially those who cannot be vaccinated for medical reasons. It is an act of love and responsibility."

Health officials reiterated that all vaccines are free and available at public health units. Residents are encouraged to check official government channels for schedules and locations.

The campaign aims to prevent outbreaks of preventable diseases and ensure widespread immunity. Authorities emphasized that completing vaccination schedules is vital to reducing severe or fatal health risks.

For further details, families can visit their nearest health center or consult Quintana Roo’s government communications platforms.