Mexico Advances in Health Arbitration, Innovation

This week, Mexico signed agreements to standardize medical arbitration across the country and health authorities confirmed eight cases of screwworm myiasis. Meanwhile, Mexico will see the installation of its first ZAP-X radiosurgery system at a new oncology center in Nuevo Leon. In medical innovation, LINET Group’s Managing Director highlighted how advanced hospital bed technology is supporting better patient outcomes. Also, as hurricane forecasts indicate an active 2025 season, PAHO called on regional health systems to review their contingency plans. 

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Mexico Signs Agreements to Standardize Medical Arbitration

The Mexican Ministry of Health (SSa) signed a series of collaboration agreements that aim to strengthen and standardize the country’s medical arbitration model, marking a step toward a more cohesive and preventive approach to resolving healthcare disputes.

Mexico Confirms Eight Screwworm Myiasis Cases

Mexico confirms eight cases of myiasis caused by the screwworm fly (Cochliomyia hominivorax). The parasite’s reemergence, linked to climate change and the unregulated movement of livestock across the southern border, has affected individuals in Chiapas and Campeche.

PAHO Urges Health Systems to Brace for 2025 Hurricane Season

PAHO is urging countries in the Americas to review and strengthen their health system contingency plans as forecasts predict above-average hurricane activity for the 2025 Atlantic season, which officially began June 1 and runs through Nov. 30.

First ZAP-X Radiosurgery System to Be Installed in Mexico

ZAP Surgical Systems will install its ZAP-X Gyroscopic Radiosurgery platform at the Gray Medical Institute, a new outpatient oncology center in San Pedro, Nuevo Leon. This marks the arrival of the system in Mexico and represents a shift in the delivery of advanced brain tumor treatment in the country.

Optimizing Hospital Beds to Improve Patient Outcomes

Cutting-edge hospital bed technology is transforming patient care and supporting healthcare professionals across Mexico and the world, says Sandro Scomparim, Managing Director, LINET Group. From integrated monitoring systems to early mobilization platforms, discover how LINET is redefining the standard of care.Read the full interview on Mexico Business News.