COVID cases and deaths in Mexico continue to decline | Photo: Getty Images
The Epidemiology Directorate of the federal Ministry of Health notified 25 deaths from COVID, two fewer deaths than the previous report. So far in 2024, there have been two fewer deaths than the previous report. 547 deaths for this disease.
Regarding infections, they continue to decline: 290 cases were reported, that is, 136 less than the previous report. The total number of infections so far this year is 12,991 infections.
Covid deaths and cases in Mexico continue to decline
Regarding infections, continue to decline: 290 cases were reported, that is, 136 fewer than the previous report. There are 12,991 infections so far this year.
The main deaths from COVID-19 remain in:
- Mexico City 13.9%
- Puebla 7.9%
- State of Mexico 6%
- Hidalgo 5.5%
- Jalisco 5.1%
- Rest of the country 61.6%
The entities with the most COVID cases are:
- Mexico City 23.8%
- Queretaro 8.5%
- New Leon 8.4%
- State of Mexico 7.9%
- Puebla 4.1%
- Rest of the country 47.3
Symptoms of COVID-19
Los COVID-19 symptoms They can range in severity from mild to severe, and some people may be asymptomatic, meaning they have no symptoms but are still carrying the virus. The most common symptoms include:
- Fever: Elevation of body temperature
- Hacking cough: It is one of the most characteristic symptoms
- Fatigue: Feeling of fatigue or weakness
- Difficulty breathing: Especially in more severe cases
- Muscle or body aches: General malaise or muscle pain
- Sore throat: Irritation or pain when swallowing
- Loss of smell and taste: Known as anosmia and ageusia, respectively
- Headache: Headache or feeling of pressure
- Shivers: Sensation of cold with tremors
- Nasal congestion or discharge: Cold-like symptoms
- Nausea, vomiting or diarrhea: Although less common, they can occur
Severe symptoms
In some cases, COVID-19 can cause more severe symptoms requiring urgent medical attention:
- Difficulty breathing: Feeling of shortness of breath
- Chest pain or pressure: Persistent pain or pressure in the chest
- Confusion: Altered mental status or difficulty staying awake
- Blue lips or face: Sign of lack of oxygen in the blood
Since COVID-19 affects people differently, it is important to monitor symptoms and seek medical attention if any of the severe signs occur. Additionally, certain people, such as the elderly and those with pre-existing medical conditions, may be at higher risk of developing serious complications.
