WEF, UNAM Headline Health Developments: The Week in Health

This week, the World Economic Forum (WEF) urged health systems to build public trust in AI through responsible adoption and stronger regulatory frameworks. In a sports-driven initiative, FC Mother and Omya launched a maternal health venture tied to the upcoming World Cup events. Meanwhile, experts from UNAM emphasized AI’s potential to improve early breast cancer detection, while Farmacias Similares entered the veterinary space with its first SimiPet Care clinic. Also, the Mexican government unveiled a new national program, “Salud Casa por Casa,” to deliver preventive care directly to vulnerable populations at home.

This is The Week in Health!

Health Systems Need to Build Trust in AI Technologies: WEF

As AI continues to reshape global healthcare, its responsible adoption will hinge on regulatory adaptation, capacity-building, and collaborative frameworks, according to a new report by the WEF and Boston Consulting Group.

FC Mother, Omya Launch Health Venture Tied to World Cup

As the world prepares for the FIFA Club World Cup and the upcoming 2026 Men’s World Cup, FC Mother and Omya launch a joint venture to fund maternal health and emotional well-being by investing in what public health experts call “Life Years.”

AI Boosts Breast Cancer Detection, But Resistance Remains

AI is increasingly used to improve early breast cancer detection, though concerns over reliability continue to limit its broader adoption in clinical settings, according to experts from UNAM.

"AI should not replace healthcare professionals but enhance their capabilities," says Oscar Pilloni, Researcher at the Institute of Engineering, UNAM. 

Farmacias Similares Opens its First SimiPet Care Clinic

Farmacias Similares is inaugurating its first veterinary clinic, part of its veterinary division SimiPet Care. This marks the company’s entry into Mexico’s growing pet healthcare market. The new business line aims to address rising costs and limited access to veterinary services across the country.

Mexico Launches Nationwide Preventive Health Program

On June 12, President Claudia Sheinbaum officially launched “Salud Casa por Casa,” which aims to deliver primary and preventive healthcare directly to the homes of older adults and people with disabilities.