Abstract:Since the 16th century, the Mexican territory underwent various political, demographic, environmental and cultural changes. During these vertiginous changes, many unknown microorganisms were imported into the country, and others flourished due to both global and local armed movements. In this article, the import and dissemination routes are documented, as well as the morbidity and mortality of the most important epidemics that have caused the death of millions of Mexicans. Some significant historical events th… Show more
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