Monkeypox Cases Rise in Mexico, Quintana Roo Reports 46 Infections

Chetumal, Quintana Roo — During 2025, monkeypox reemerged as a relevant issue for Mexico’s health system after federal authorities confirmed a gradual increase in cases across various states, including Quintana Roo, where approximately 46 infections have been confirmed according to the most recent official report.

The epidemiological records from the Ministry of Health indicate that the country has accumulated nearly two thousand cases throughout the year. At the beginning of the period, reports showed a limited number of infections; however, the progression of epidemiological weeks revealed constant growth, with higher incidence in states with high population density and constant visitor flow.

At the state level, Quintana Roo reported minimal presence of the disease during the first months of the year. Nevertheless, toward mid-2025, an increase in infections was confirmed, including at least six cases and one associated death, which led local authorities to intensify monitoring and prevention actions.

As national data were updated, the accumulated figure in the state continued to rise until reaching approximately 46 confirmed cases, placing it among states with active virus transmission.

Health authorities reiterated that most patients have presented mild or moderate symptoms and emphasized that, while monkeypox does not represent a widespread health contingency, it is essential to maintain epidemiological surveillance, promote timely detection, and reinforce preventive measures, especially in regions with high population mobility like Quintana Roo.