Renowned Mexican actress and singer Lucía Méndez, 70, was hospitalized on April 6, 2025 in México City after complications from COVID-19.
His health condition has generated concern among his fans, especially in the Hispanic community in the United States, where he has a large fan base, and now he has had to cancel scheduled events.
Hospitalization for COVID-19 and diagnosis of pneumonitis
Lucía Méndez was admitted to Hospital Español in México City after experiencing severe symptoms, including difficulty breathing and a persistent cough that became chronic.
After several tests, it was confirmed that she had contracted COVID-19 and was diagnosed with pneumonitis, a lung inflammation that can lead to pneumonia.
Dr. Jesús Enrique Barrios, attending physician, informed that the actress has required supplemental oxygen at all times, although it has not been necessary to intubate her.
Despite the seriousness of his condition, he is stable and under constant monitoring.
Cancellation of presentations and focus on recovery
Due to his health condition, his participation in the May 5 festival organized by “La Que Buena” in Los Ángeles, California, has been cancelled.
Lucía Méndez’s team issued a statement saying that, although the artist wanted to meet her fans again, her priority is to follow the recommended medical treatment for her speedy recovery.
Treatment to be undergone
Apparently, Lucía Méndez will be released from the hospital in the next few days and despite this situation, her participation in the ‘La Qué Buena’ Festival will be suspended.
“Due to her current health condition, Lucía Méndez will not be able to perform at the La Qué Buena 5 de Mayo Festival in Los Ángeles.
“We wish her a speedy and complete recovery, and we are sure that we will have her at one of our festivals very soon,” read a press release.
Lucía will undergo a treatment that requires specific care, so we have made this difficult decision, together with her medical team
Message to supporters and future prospects
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In a recent interview, Lucía Méndez shared that she began to feel ill since the Sunday before her hospitalization, experiencing a strange cough that did not subside.
She stated that, although she is feeling better, she continues to need oxygen and is focused on her recovery.
The Hispanic community in the United States has shown its support for the artist through messages on social networks, wishing her a speedy recovery.
Lucía Méndez, known for her career in music and acting, has been an influential figure in Latin entertainment and her health is of interest to many.
It is expected that, with proper medical care, the actress will be able to overcome this stage and resume her professional activities in the future.
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