Digital Stress, Microcredentials, Healthcare: Week in Talent

Digital work tools are driving stress among Mexican employees, with 75% at risk of hyperconnectivity, even as companies report mental health gains. Meanwhile, lawmakers are considering allowing vacation day donations to support colleagues in need, while Platzi and CENEVAL launch English microcredentials to boost professional mobility. Meanwhile, school enrollment drops 1.26% for 2024–2025, while AI is being explored as a solution to strengthen healthcare talent amid a shortage of medical professionals.

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Digital Work Tools Drive Stress,Companies See Mental Health Gains

The rapid adoption of digital tools and remote work has boosted business continuity but raised concerns over employee mental health. During a webinar hosted by Betterfly on Sept. 9, specialists highlighted that 75% of Mexican workers are at risk of hyperconnectivity, a condition linked to rising stress and anxiety levels.

Mexico Weighs Proposal to Allow Vacation Day Donations

A proposal presented this week in Mexico’s Chamber of Deputies seeks to amend the Federal Labor Law to allow employees to donate unused vacation days to coworkers who require additional time off for family care or parental leave.

Platzi, CENEVAL Launch English Microcredentials in Mexico

The National Center for Higher Education Evaluation (CENEVAL) and online learning platform Platzi announced a partnership to introduce three English-language microcredentials aimed at strengthening employability and professional mobility in Mexico. The certifications were presented on Sept. 10 during the Hecho en México event organized by the Ministry of Economy.

Mexico Sees 1.26% Drop in School Enrollment for 2024–2025

Mexico’s national school system reported a decline in student enrollment for the 2024–2025 academic year, with 34.37 million students registered, down 1.26% from the previous year. The drop primarily affected public institutions, while the number of teachers saw a modest increase.

Preparing Healthcare Talent for an AI-Powered Practice

While Mexico’s medical schools graduate thousands every year, the country does not have enough doctors to meet the needs of its population. This shortage of skilled healthcare professionals leads to longer wait times, delayed treatments, and higher costs, eventually overburdening systems. Filling the gap in medical professionals requires a new approach. While AI has been touted as a tool to support clinical practices, it could also play a role in enhancing medical education, experts say.