Jalisco launches State Health Council to strengthen medical services until 2030.

In a significant event for public health in Jalisco, Governor Pablo Lemus Navarro officially presented the State Health Council that will govern from 2025 to 2030. This body, regarded as the highest advisory entity in the health sector of the state, has the firm mission of strengthening medical services and building a robust health system that responds to the needs of the population. During the ceremony, the members who will make up this council were sworn in, and they will play a crucial role in defining and executing public health policies. Governor Lemus Navarro emphasized the importance of "filling the medical units" of the state with content, establishing as a goal to provide continuous medical care available 24 hours a day, and to achieve a supply of medications reaching 92 percent. This comprehensive approach aims not only to improve health infrastructure but also to ensure that the necessary resources are available to all citizens. One of the priorities highlighted by the governor was the attention to critical diseases such as cancer, kidney disease, heart conditions, and diabetes. This targeted approach aims to ensure that prevention and treatment strategies are effective and tailored to the specifics of each disease. Likewise, Lemus Navarro stressed his commitment to providing free care for patients with cancer and juvenile diabetes, as well as for vulnerable groups, particularly the elderly. The strengthening of the Regional Institute of Cancerology was also mentioned as a key part of the strategy. The administration seeks to enhance its operation and utilize a hospital-school model, which will allow for the training of health personnel in Jalisco to be more competitive and aligned with current needs. “It is essential that Jalisco continues to be a state where treatment for children with cancer and diabetes is free,” the governor expressed. This commitment not only reflects a concern for the health of the child population but also seeks to establish a precedent in the care of chronic and severe diseases in the state. Additionally, the governor requested that the Health Secretariat and the State Health Council implement measures to reduce maternal morbidity and mortality and continue the fight against dengue, a disease that has posed a constant challenge for public health in the region. Effective prevention and treatment of these pathologies are essential to improving health indicators in Jalisco. For his part, the state health secretary, Héctor Raúl Pérez Gómez, stated that the state health policy has ten central objectives. These objectives range from addressing priority diseases to training quality human resources in the health sector. Attention in areas such as gynecology and obstetrics, mental health, and staff training are fundamental to raising the quality of services offered. The secretary also highlighted the importance of maintaining a supply of inputs and medications exceeding 92 percent, and working towards national and international accreditation of medical services. This pursuit of quality standards is fundamental for Jalisco to position itself as a reference in public health in the country. The new State Health Council is chaired by the governor and includes collaboration from various health sector institutions, including IMSS, ISSSTE, and public health service organizations in Jalisco. This multidisciplinary collaboration is an important step toward building a more integrated and efficient health system. With this initiative, Jalisco embarks on a path aimed at transforming its healthcare model, prioritizing not only effectiveness but also accessibility and quality of services. The next five years will be crucial for assessing the impact of these policies and the state's commitment to the health of its citizens. The establishment of the State Health Council is undoubtedly a step forward toward a healthier future for all Jaliscienses.