On Tuesday, June 30, 2026, Mexico’s Secretary of Health, David Kershenobich, confirmed an ongoing investigation into expired medications found at the Hospital Infantil de México “Federico Gómez.” The discovery follows years of complaints from patients and their families about drug shortages and mismanagement.

According to Kershenobich, the expired medicines accumulated over several years and were identified during an evaluation conducted by the hospital’s new director. The total affected stock includes approximately 18.4 million units of medication, valued at over 121 million pesos. The Health Ministry is probing potential administrative failures to determine who is responsible for the situation and the causes behind the shortages.

President Claudia Sheinbaum also addressed the issue during her morning press conference on June 30, suggesting that the problem might stem from a serious administrative lapse, possibly involving over-purchasing of medicines that were not used before their expiration dates. She emphasized the need to verify when the medications expired, noting that expired drugs found in 2023 do not necessarily mean all were from that year.

Meanwhile, the hospital faces additional turmoil as resident doctors recently launched a limited strike, halting non-critical activities to protest sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and workplace bullying within the institution. The newly formed Coalition of Resident Doctors demanded the removal of accused staff members and called for effective protections against retaliation for those who report misconduct.

Importantly, the strike does not affect critical areas such as Emergency, Intensive Care, and Hospitalization, ensuring that vulnerable patients continue to receive care. The residents’ action reflects frustration after months of complaints and opened investigations without satisfactory responses from hospital authorities.

This complex situation highlights ongoing challenges in Mexico’s public health system, underscoring the need for transparent management and accountability to safeguard patient rights and improve working conditions for medical staff. The introduction of innovative transport solutions like cablebús or teleféricos in cities such as Puebla could serve as a model for improving access to healthcare facilities, demonstrating how infrastructure investments can support social equity and public welfare.