The Cozumel Sun News and Information brings you the latest news and information about Cozumel. In this issue Dengue on the Rise in Cozumel, Cozumel Steps Up Security against Crime, Ironman 70.3 coming soon, It is September Will Month, Hurry, and more!
Dengue on the Rise in Cozumel
COZUMEL, 22 September. – (this first section translated and adapted in my words from Por Esto Newspaper) 71 confirmed cases of non-severe dengue and severe dengue with alarming symptoms are reported in Cozumel. Despite the fact that the authorities of the Ministry of Health are taking action to eliminate hatcheries from the transmitting vector of this disease, some sectors of the community continue not to join in the cleanliness of their yards, leading to the proliferation of “Mosco Aides Aegyptus.”
According to data information provided in 2011 when cases of the then classic dengue and hemorrhagic dengue began to be recorded; it was confirmed about the 84 cases were detected in Cozumel during that period.
In the evolution of the vector, which in that year was serotype 1, today serotype 1 and 2 are recorded in Cozumel. While the numbers recorded as positive are lower than those recorded in 2011, deaths are similar, even though they remain three months away from the end of the current fiscal year.
In 2011, he was the then deputy director of State Epidemiological Surveillance, Jorge Jesús Esparza Aguilar, as well as entomologist Marco Antonio Dominguez Galera, both of the Ministry of Health, who explained that the National Platform System Electronics accounted for the 84 cases of dengue, of which 72 were classic dengue and 12 for hemorrhagic dengue.
What is Dengue?
Dengue (pronounced DEN gee) fever is a painful, debilitating mosquito-borne disease caused by any one of four closely related dengue viruses. These viruses are related to the viruses that cause West Nile infection and yellow fever.
An estimated 400 million dengue infections occur worldwide each year, with about 96 million resulting in illness. Most cases occur in tropical areas of the world, with the greatest risk occurring in:
The Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, Southern China, Taiwan, The Pacific Islands, The Caribbean (except Cuba and the Cayman Islands), Mexico, Africa, Central and South America (except Chile, Paraguay, and Argentina).
Prevention:
- This is a serious disease that can lead to death. Use mosquito repellent at all times, and you will be fine!
- Make certain your home or apartment has protective screens; check them for holes or damage.
- Do not have standing water anywhere in your home, yard, garden; this is where they hatch. Call it to your neighbor’s attention if they have standing water.
- In the evening wear long pants and long sleeves if possible.
Common signs and symptoms of dengue fever in Children
- High fever, possibly as high as 105°F (40°C)
- Pain behind the eyes and in the joints, muscles and/or bones.
- Severe headache.
- Rash over most of the body.
- Mild bleeding from the nose or gums.
- Bruising easily.
Common Signs and symptoms of dengue fever in Adults
- Sudden, high fever.
- Severe headaches.
- Pain behind the eyes.
- Severe joint and muscle pain.
- Fatigue.
- Nausea.
- Vomiting.
- Skin rash, which appears two to five days after the onset of fever.
The Population is Angry
According to the local community money is once again being spent on luxury items, such as the expense of the Municipal President’s portrait and funding the media. Loans are once again being taken out to make improvements in the city. However, fumigation in the colonies to fight this deadly invasion of mosquitoes carrying dengue does not have enough funding to be done on a regular basis to combat the disease.
There have been deaths reported from dengue, but I am in no condition to venture out and investigate until my ankle heals.
Cozumel Steps up Security Against Crime
COZUMEL, September 22.- As part of his First Government Report, the Municipal President, Pedro Joaquín, announced that in the next six months approximately six million pesos will be invested to exceed 80 surveillance cameras in the municipality.
In this sense, he emphasized that the installation of 36 high-capacity video surveillance cameras, suitable against vandalism, has begun on the island.
The Municipal President confirmed that, after a year of rule, Cozumel is the safest municipality of Quintana Roo, thanks to the coordinated work with the Federal, State and Armed Forces governments, which has brought down the high crime rate on the island Impact.
He recalled the promise of concrete action, in order to combat and deal with crime, based on institutional cooperation with law enforcement and the agencies of procuring and imparting justice on the island.
In the first month of government, the Mixed Operations Base (BOM) was reactivated, in coordination with the Army and Navy.
Increase in Cozumel Patrol Vehicles
He also argued that surveillance is palpable with the presence of 31 patrols through the streets and colonies of Cozumel, thereby reducing the incidence of such important crimes as the theft of business and home, as well as the assault on passers-by.
“The numbers are clear, the decrease in crime is a reality, but that is not why we are throwing bells on the flight; we are not entirely satisfied with the state of safety of our inhabitants; Let’s go for more!” emphasized Pedro Joaquin.
In addition, it disclosed that its administration participates with material resources to increase the presence of the National Guard on the island. The aim is for more than 200 permanent troops to guard and roam the streets, doubling the capacity of elements dedicated to ensuring order and peace in the Cozumeleñans community.
“It is very important for my government to have the political will to join forces with anyone and wherever, leaving the partisan colors and differences outside the security tables. So, with leadership and conviction, we are proving that we are tackling the problem,” he stressed.
Aurita’s Cozumel Corner
Important Things that I have not reported due to my Accident:
September is Last Will and Testament Month
September National Last Will and Testament Month in Mexico. Local Lawyers (Licenciados) will process the paperwork for free and you only have to pay the filing fee. Sorry for the delay, the month is almost over. But let me take the opportunity of reminding you that the will you may have back home is NOT recognized in Mexico. You must file a Last Will and Testament detailing all of your wishes or your love ones might lose everything that you have on this island! Do This as Soon as Possible!
A Message from Buccanos at Night
Buccanos at Night will be closed from September 29 and opening again on November 7th. Thank you for another great season. We love what we do. Love the taste……Taste the love.
Ironman 7.3 Cozumel Coming September 29th!
This half Ironman competition will be held on September 29th. If interested in volunteering, please contact Amethyst at smallsal@hotmail.com with the hours you prefer to work, Finish Line or Med Tent, and (Men’s) t-shirt size.
All volunteers must attend a meeting on Saturday evening, September 28th. It is highly recommended that volunteers wear long pants and closed shoes during the event, for their own health and safety. If you are on Facebook, please include a link.
For more information on the event itself, their website is : https://www.ironman.com/triathlon/events/americas/ironman-70.3/cozumel.aspx#axzz60M
A Message from SHII FU
Shii Fu will be closed from September 29th and will reopen on November 7th. Thank you for another great season and for allowing us to do what we enjoy doing the most. Besos!
There is a New $200 Peso!
My Accident
On a personal note, the absence of the Cozumel Sun has been due to an injury that I incurred stepping on a few drops of water! Going on three months ago I stepped out of my bedroom (one tiny little step down) unto a few drops of water. Somehow my ankle twisted under me and my full weight came down on my foot.
Everyone in the house came running, including my Mexican Family that insisted the foot must be massaged in order to stop the swelling. Angelica, our cleaning lady grabbed my foot and started putting all her strength into this massage while I was being held. I WAS SCREAMING MY HEAD OFF! Never in life had I have felt so much pain. I finally screamed at her to stop, convincing everyone this was not a sprain.
Assisted into my electric wheelchair I made a beeline to IMSS emergency room, where I spent the day waiting for help.
These X-rays are the end result of my ankle two big fractures that now have screws and nails on one side and a plate in the other. Today was the first day that I have been able to sit up and be alert enough to get back to work.
This experience will be detailed in a two-part series I will be writing over the next few issues.
Also coming up next:
Success with the neighborhood watch groups! The first batch of alarms with controls are being installed starting this week!
The Humane Society of Cozumel
The Humane Society of Cozumel is one of the most well organized non-profit and successful organization in Cozumel. They need your help.
What They Do
The number of neglected, abused and abandoned animals that they care for at any given time is overwhelming. They have a wonderful adoption programs that actually transports pets to their new adopted homes in other countries. They are short staffed, need food, medical supplies, and equipment. They need your help financially and physically.
They organize fundraisers year around, attend if at all possible. Their site has more information at 987-112-3376 or email at pets@humanecozumel.org. Their website with more information is https://www.humanecozumel.org/
The Wonderful Volunteers
There is a heroic group of hard working volunteers that live on the island full and part time that devote long hard working hours because of the shortage of staff.
Groups and individuals regularly contact The Cozumel Sun when they plan to volunteer during their visit to the Cozumel. There are that some that plan a portion of their vacation devoted to a worthy cause, and there are some that come aboard cruise ships, and want to spend their three or four-hour stop helping the locals on the island. God Bless all of you, you restore my faith in humanity!
The Cozumel Humane Society is the first agency that I refer them to. I immediately have them contact one of my Cozumel Heroines Mrs. Lisa Ramirez owner of the wonderful Rock & Java Restaurant. Please place the Rock & Java Restaurant on your list of great Cozumel restaurants to visit. They are located on Melgar almost across from the Mega Store.
In addition to the Humane Society there are many worthwhile organizations that need assistance in Cozumel. I have a list of some of these organizations in https://www.thecozumelsun.com/volunteer-opportunities/
So sorry about your accident Aura! I hope you heal quickly!!!!!
Thank you so much! It has been very painful and traumatic. the pain and inability to move about, do simple things like bathing alone just took the wind out of me.It was eye opening, the fact of being totally helpless. Must be the age!