Quintana Roo Reports 11 Mpox Cases, Ranks Third Nationally

Quintana Roo — The state has confirmed 11 mpox cases so far in 2026, ranking third nationally behind Mexico City (26 cases) and Yucatán (24 cases), according to the latest epidemiological bulletin.

Two of the three new cases reported nationwide in the past week were detected in Quintana Roo, with the third in Yucatán. Mexico has recorded 72 confirmed mpox cases in 2026, a 120% increase compared to the five cases reported during the same period in 2025.

While national figures show an 80% drop from the 362 cases recorded in the same period last year, Quintana Roo has bucked the trend with a steady rise. Together with Yucatán, the state accounts for the majority of cases in the Yucatán Peninsula; Campeche has reported no confirmed cases.

Mpox is a viral disease transmitted primarily through close physical contact with an infected person, exposure to skin lesions, bodily fluids, or contaminated objects. Symptoms include fever, muscle aches, swollen lymph nodes, fatigue, and skin rashes on the face, hands, feet, and genital areas.

Health authorities in Quintana Roo are maintaining active surveillance, tracking contacts, and urging residents to seek medical attention if symptoms appear. At the federal level, a microsite and epidemiological alerts remain available, recommending enhanced monitoring and early detection. However, no new specific alert has been issued for Quintana Roo despite the recent uptick.

At Cancún International Airport, no special mpox screening is in place. Current health protocols focus on measles and Ebola surveillance due to increased international passenger traffic during the 2026 World Cup.

While most patients recover, the resurgence has placed Quintana Roo among the states with the highest mpox incidence, underscoring the importance of early identification and medical care to curb further spread.