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10. Key Details of Sheinbaum's Universal Health Service:
Sat Apr 11, 2026, 10:44 PM
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On April 7, 2026, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum signed a decree establishing the Universal Health Service, aiming to provide free healthcare for 120 million citizens by 2027. The initiative merges Mexico’s main public health networks (IMSS, ISSSTE, IMSS-Bienestar), allowing citizens to access any public facility regardless of enrollment status.

Key Details of Sheinbaum’s Universal Health
Service:

Implementation & Registration: Registration for the Universal Health Credential begins on April 13, 2026, prioritizing citizens aged 85 and older.

Unified Services: The plan merges IMSS, ISSSTE, and IMSS-Bienestar networks.

Timeline: Shared services begin in January 2027, with full operational integration expected before the end of her term in 2030.

National ID Integration: The health credential will eventually function as a national ID starting in 2027.

Digital Access: A mobile application will provide users with access to their medical records and lab results.

Drug Distribution: The plan ensures the purchasing and distribution of necessary medication.

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This initiative is part of a broader push to strengthen public services during her administration.

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