Hepatitis A outbreak triggers school suspensions in Tizimín, Yucatán

Health authorities in Chan Cenote, located in the municipality of Tizimín, Yucatán, have suspended in-person classes and mass gatherings following the detection of 12 cases of hepatitis A among students. The cases include approximately nine children in primary school and three students in a telebachillerato.

As a preventive measure, educational activities have been suspended from September 15 through September 28. Health sector personnel are conducting preventive actions in the community, including applying lime to properties, distributing antibacterial gel, and providing health information to families.

Authorities are also investigating the chlorination levels of water systems at local schools to prevent further spread. While laboratory results are being finalized to confirm the nature of the outbreak, medical staff have placed symptomatic individuals under epidemiological surveillance.