Mexico City Tackles Medication Shortages Amidst Corruption Concerns

Mexico City's Medication Shortage: Sheinbaum Addresses Delays and Corruption Concerns Mexico City, June 7, 2025 – Claudia Sheinbaum, head of government in Mexico City, addressed concerns about medication shortages during a recent "Salud Casa por Casa" assembly. She explained that the delays were a direct result of a necessary step to halt a corrupt bidding process for medication procurement. "We didn't want any corruption," Sheinbaum stated, emphasizing the importance of transparency and integrity in public health initiatives. The initial bidding process was suspended, and a new one was initiated, causing some delays in medication distribution. Sheinbaum assured the public that the situation is being actively addressed, with teams working to resolve the issue quickly. The video shows Sheinbaum speaking directly to the public, providing a firsthand account of the situation. The efforts to combat corruption and ensure timely medication access highlight the complexities of public health management in Mexico.