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Mexico Raises Health Taxes on Sugary Drinks, Tobacco for 2026
By Aura Moreno - Wed, 01/14/2026 - 08:43
Mexico enacted higher excise taxes on sugary drinks and tobacco to curb consumption and raise public revenue amid health concerns.
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US Releases Dietary Guidelines Emphasizing Protein, Whole Foods
By MBN Staff - Fri, 01/09/2026 - 07:25
The US released updated dietary guidelines that emphasize whole foods, higher protein intake, and full-fat dairy.

WHO Issues First Global Guidelines on Diabetes in Pregnancy
By MBN Staff - Thu, 11/20/2025 - 11:51
WHO’s first global guidelines for diabetes in pregnancy aim to strengthen maternal care as chronic diseases and related risks continue to rise.
Funding, Innovation, Policy Highlights: The Week in Health
By Sofía Garduño - Fri, 09/12/2025 - 16:44
This Week Mexico’s 2026 health budget rises, sugar tax grows and menstrual leave advances, highlighting access and innovation challenges.
Mexico Pushes Preventive Health, Targets Sugary Drinks
By Aura Moreno - Mon, 09/08/2025 - 08:53
Mexico intensifies preventive health campaigns, urging citizens to reduce sugary drink consumption to curb chronic diseases.
Puebla Launches Health Strategy to Tackle Obesity
By MBN Staff - Wed, 08/13/2025 - 13:13
Puebla launches “3 x Mi Salud” to combat obesity through prevention, regulation and community engagement.
IMSS, FEMSA Boost Access to Preventive Health Services
By MBN Staff - Fri, 08/01/2025 - 12:14
IMSS and Coca-Cola FEMSA renew their health agreement to expand preventive services and improve workplace wellness in Mexico.
Biology as a Map: Rethinking How We Navigate Wellness
By Gustavo Rodríguez Leal - Mon, 06/02/2025 - 08:00
Biotech and DNA data are reshaping health, with Mexico poised to lead in precision wellness and personalized care, writes Gustavo Rodríguez.
Almost 40% of Mexican Children Are Overwheight, Diabetic
By Aura Moreno - Fri, 05/30/2025 - 16:23
Mexico’s Ministry of Health reveals that many school-aged children are overweight, triggering policies to ban junk food and boost physical activity.
Mexico Aims to Cut Childhood Sugar Intake to Curb Chronic Disease
By MBN Staff - Thu, 05/29/2025 - 09:30
Mexico launches a school health strategy to reduce childhood sugar intake and prevent obesity, diabetes, and dental issues.