For the World Cup, Mexico Activates Surveillance Measures for Ebola Cases
· Telemundo McAllen (KTLM)
MEXICO CITY — Mexico announced on Tuesday that it will implement epidemiological surveillance measures for Ebola in coordination with the United States and Canada during the World Cup. Tourists who have been in contact with infected individuals are urged to maintain a 21-day isolation period if they plan to travel to the Latin American country. Mexican Health Secretary David Kershenobich stated at the morning presidential conference that the three host countries of the global event agreed to implement coordinated surveillance protocols to ensure the safety of both residents and the millions of tourists expected to visit. Kershenobich noted that Mexico's protocols will include health screenings at international airports, enhanced review processes for visitors' flight itineraries, verification of exposure factors to Ebola before boarding planes, and ongoing monitoring of suspected cases. 'As the host country for the World Cup in 2026, Mexico is committed to providing the safest possible environment,' the secretary said, assuring that the country is 'taking all necessary isolation measures for any eventuality that may occur.' So far, Ebola infections have been reported in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, with over 900 suspected cases and more than 220 suspected deaths, and in Uganda, where there are six cases and one death. According to the African Union's health agency, there are 10 African countries at risk.
AI summary · Source: Telemundo McAllen (KTLM) →
