Baja California Sur implements remote monitoring for dengue patients

The government of Baja California Sur, through the Ministry of Health and in coordination with the National Public Health Service (SNSP), has launched a remote monitoring system for patients diagnosed with dengue in public medical institutions.

The strategy aims to track clinical evolution and identify warning signs that require specialized medical attention to prevent severe cases. Health Secretary Ana Luisa Guluarte Castro stated that SNSP personnel will maintain daily communication with high-risk patients, specifically those whose age or comorbidities increase the likelihood of complications.

The protocol involves sending text messages or using a digital application to contact patients. Medical staff will then administer a structured questionnaire to monitor symptoms. If warning signs are detected—such as bleeding from the gums, nose, or stool, persistent vomiting, extreme weakness, or acute abdominal pain—emergency response protocols will be activated.