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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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Wine Waste Turned Into Water Filters to Tackle Pharma Pollution
By Eliza Galeana - Tue, 07/01/2025 - 16:32
A new sustainable material developed from winemaking waste could help remove pharmaceutical contaminants from water bodies.
The Real Tragedy of the Perrier Water Scandal
By Julio César Trujillo Segura - Wed, 06/18/2025 - 08:30
Nestlé scandal exposes bottled water fraud, and a global crisis in drinking water and environmental health, writes Julio César Trujillo Segura.

Commuting Stress Is Driving Talent to Rethink Work
By Aura Moreno - Tue, 05/27/2025 - 09:39
Long commutes in Mexico are harming health and productivity. AI-driven models offer new hope for urban mobility, safety, and well-being.
IMSS Lab Issues 2,893 Pediatric Leukemia Reports Nationwide
By MBN Staff - Mon, 05/19/2025 - 10:29
IMSS’ specialized lab has issued nearly 2,900 pediatric leukemia reports, improving early diagnosis and treatment across Mexico.
Mandatory Home Office During Air Pollution Events
By Eliza Galeana - Fri, 05/09/2025 - 14:27
A new initiative could make remote work mandatory during environmental contingencies to reduce air pollution and protect public health.

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
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.
High Cadmium Levels Detected in Mexico City Foods
By Eliza Galeana - Tue, 12/10/2024 - 07:00
A recent study revealed high cadmium levels in commonly consumed foods in Mexico City, with crop-based items showing the highest concentrations.
Wildfires Linked to 1.5 Million Deaths Annually
By MBN Staff - Thu, 12/05/2024 - 10:42
Study reveals that air pollution from wildfires causes 1.53 million deaths each year, with 90% of fatalities in low and middle-income countries.