The IMSS Hospital construction site aimed at improving healthcare access in Los Cabos.
During her recent visit to Los Cabos, President Claudia Sheinbaum initiated key healthcare and housing projects, including the new IMSS hospital to serve half a million residents. Emphasizing the need to address rising inequality and inadequate housing, she announced a housing project and discussed crucial water supply initiatives. Local and state officials joined the efforts to tackle healthcare access, educational opportunities, and infrastructural improvements, demonstrating a commitment to enhance living standards and bridge social disparities in the region.
President Claudia Sheinbaum made a significant visit to Los Cabos and La Paz on May 17 and 18, 2023, aimed at initiating key construction projects and addressing local concerns. The highlight of her trip was the commencement of the new Social Security Institute (IMSS) hospital project in San José del Cabo, expected to serve potentially half a million residents.
The upcoming Los Cabos Regional Hospital is set to include an impressive 260 beds, significantly easing the current healthcare strain in the region, where only 350 beds exist. Equipped with cutting-edge medical technology such as CT and MRI scanners, the facility will offer a wide range of medical services with doctors from 46 specialties scheduled to be on staff. The hospital aims to welcome its first patients by early 2027, contributing to the improvement of healthcare access in the area.
During her visit, President Sheinbaum also focused on water supply concerns by discussing the ongoing construction of a second desalination plant in Cabo San Lucas. This project is considered essential due to the region’s persistent water issues. Additionally, the President unveiled the El Novillo dam project, which aims to resolve La Paz’s drinking water challenges, with construction slated to begin in August.
President Sheinbaum addressed the troubling issue of rising inequality in Los Cabos, emphasizing the stark contrast between the high prices of luxury hotels and the inadequate housing options for local workers. Governor Victor Manuel Castro Cosío supported these remarks, noting the importance of safeguarding public access to beaches. This advocacy comes in light of ongoing disputes with luxury hotels that have led to accusations of illegal beach closures and restrictions that frustrate the community.
To tackle some of these housing challenges, Sheinbaum announced the progress of a housing project under the Vivienda para el Bienestar program, which is currently 40% complete, presenting an opportunity for improved living conditions for local residents.
In addition to healthcare and housing initiatives, two new campuses of the Universidad Autónoma de Baja California Sur are scheduled to open in Los Cabos this year, aiming to enhance educational opportunities in the region. Meanwhile, an ambitious traffic improvement plan for the Fonatur roundabout has secured funding of 450 million pesos. With over 60,000 vehicles navigating this roundabout daily, the project plans to introduce a multilevel structure and pedestrian sidewalks, addressing significant traffic flow issues.
Initial efforts to improve traffic faced challenges, prompting local authorities to implement measures such as opening additional lanes and creating a reversible center lane to ease congestion.
The event saw the participation of local officials, including the mayors of Los Cabos and La Paz, who play integral roles in addressing ongoing community issues. Their collaboration with state and federal leaders presents a united front in tackling challenges such as healthcare access, water supply, educational facilities, and infrastructural development.
President Sheinbaum’s visit highlighted critical ongoing projects in Los Cabos, demonstrating the government’s commitment to improving living standards in the area while addressing pressing social disparities. As these developments unfold, the focus will remain on fostering community growth, ensuring equitable access to resources, and enhancing quality of life for all residents.
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