Baja California’s Secretary of Health is running a statewide childhood vaccination campaign through May 31, giving families a window to catch up on routine immunizations before summer break begins.
Health Secretary Adrián Medina Amarillas announced that vaccines are available at no cost at strategic health clinics across the state, including locations in Ensenada, Tijuana, and Mexicali. The campaign targets children from birth through school age.
Which Vaccines Are Available
The free campaign covers several standard childhood immunizations. These include BCG (tuberculosis), Hepatitis B, rotavirus, MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella), DPT (diphtheria, pertussis, and tetanus), and pneumococcal vaccines.
These shots align closely with the immunization schedules used in both Mexico and the United States. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention currently lists measles as a growing concern for international travelers, noting that cases are rising in many countries worldwide.
Why the Timing Matters
Mexican public schools break for summer in July, and health officials want children fully vaccinated before the holiday season begins. The extended campaign gives parents several weeks to visit a clinic without the pressure of last-minute appointments.
Families who have fallen behind on their children’s vaccination schedules can use this period to get caught up. All vaccines in the campaign are provided free of charge at public health facilities operated by the Baja California Secretaría de Salud.
Where to Go
Vaccines are being administered at public health centers and designated vaccination points throughout Baja California. In Ensenada, residents can visit local Secretaría de Salud clinics. The state health department has set up locations in major population centers to maximize access.
Parents should bring their child’s official vaccination card (cartilla de vacunación) to each appointment. Children who do not yet have a card can receive one at the time of their visit.
The campaign runs daily through the end of May. Families do not need to schedule an appointment in advance. For specific clinic locations and hours, residents can contact their nearest public health center.
This story was first reported by Ensenada.net.