During the cold season, respiratory diseases are more common among the population, as well as influenza and Covid-19 are the main causes of mortality, which is why the Permanent Commission of the local Congress urged the head of the Ministry of Health (Sedesa) to consider extending hours in the capital’s clinics.
The deputy Claudia Perez, of National Action, explained that current climate change generates variations in the seasons of the year, which has extended the season of low temperatures and cold fronts in areas of municipalities such as Cuajimalpa, and has aggravated acute respiratory diseases.
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He acknowledged that the Government of Mexico City has issued various recommendations in the face of low temperatures, possible falling water, snow and frost, while the Secretariat of Comprehensive Risk Management and Civil Protection has published the actions to follow in the face of the low temperatures that are recorded, mainly in high areas, to protect older adults, minors and pets, in addition to covering themselves appropriately.
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However, Pérez highlighted that special attention is required from health centers with schedules where these conditions are treated on time, since viral diseases, Covid-19 and influenza are the main causes of mortality this season.
In this sense, the Albiazul congresswoman commented that although there are health centers that serve extended hours, the majority close at 1:00 p.m., and in the specific case of Santa Rosa Health Center, There is no specific opening hours.
For this reason, he highlighted that families face complications in making long trips in the event of an emergency in this time of year.
The legislator of Green Ecologist, Iliana Ivón Sánchez did not share the PAN member’s proposal, pointing out that on the PAN portal Deadly You can consult the directory of medical units by mayor and the corresponding regulations establish that the emergency services of any hospital must be provided 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, which is why “care for all ailments is guaranteed, including those caused in these months.”
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