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Poor Waste Management Poses Growing Public Health Risk to Mexico
By Aura Moreno - Thu, 01/15/2026 - 10:03
Poor waste management in Mexico is driving health risks, disease exposure, and rising system costs as recycling and enforcement lag behind.
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PAHO Launches Mosquito Action Week 2025 to Combat Dengue, Zika
By MBN Staff - Tue, 05/06/2025 - 17:09
PAHO’s Mosquito Action Week 2025 emphasizes community efforts to eliminate mosquito breeding grounds and reduce disease spread across the Americas
Malaria, Diabetes, Teen Health: The Week in Health
By Sofía Garduño - Thu, 05/01/2025 - 10:00
This week’s health highlights include Mexico’s efforts to fight malaria, a new diabetes drug trial, and WHO guidelines to reduce teenage pregnancy.
Mexico to Hold National Vaccination Week
By MBN Staff - Thu, 04/24/2025 - 09:01
Mexico's Ministry of Health is urging the public to participate in the National Vaccination Week, offering free immunizations for all ages nationwide.
Mexico Confirms First Human Case of H5N1 Avian Influenza
By MBN Staff - Tue, 04/08/2025 - 10:09
Mexico confirms its first human case of H5N1 avian influenza and introduces coordinated response to prevent further spread and ensure public safety.
Shingles Vaccine Linked to Lower Dementia Risk
By Sofía Garduño - Wed, 04/02/2025 - 17:00
The shingles vaccine may lower dementia risk, offering potential health benefits beyond preventing the virus, a new study finds.
Tuberculosis, HIV Take Center Stage: The Week in Health
By Sofía Garduño - Thu, 03/27/2025 - 10:00
This week, WHO and UNAIDS warn of tuberculosis and HIV setbacks, while COFEPRIS fast-tracks clinical trials. This is The Week in Health!
Regional Collaboration, Vaccine Updates: The Week in Health
By Sofía Garduño - Thu, 03/06/2025 - 18:43
This week, Mexico and PAHO discussed plans to strengthen regional health systems. Meanwhile, WHO issued 2025-2026 flu vaccine recommendations.
Combating Diseases in LATAM Prisons: PAHO
By Aura Moreno - Mon, 02/24/2025 - 16:16
PAHO and Brazil’s Ministry of Health unite 15 countries to address rising disease transmission in Latin American prisons.
Yucatan Reports 9.8% Increase in Hepatitis A and B Cases in 2024
By Anmol Motwani - Tue, 11/26/2024 - 12:17
Hepatitis A and B cases in Yucatan are on the rise, highlighting the need for improved sanitation, vaccination, and public health awareness.