Local health news on hospitals and public programs

Local health news from hospitals, clinics, and public health. We provide reliable, actionable updates on outbreaks, access, services, and staffing.

•September 1, 2025

Durango meningitis case brings 24-year prison terms

A Durango judge sentences Hospital del Parque's owner and administrator to 24 years for the Durango meningitis case.

•August 29, 2025

Probable measles case in Aguascalientes triggers alert

Discover the details surrounding the probable measles case in Aguascalientes and the swift actions by health authorities to prevent spread.

•August 28, 2025

Safe medical tourism in Aguascalientes gains support

Aguascalientes invites you to experience safe medical tourism with quality care from certified doctors and accredited facilities.

•August 14, 2025

Mexico approves Cabotegravir injection for bimonthly PrEP – HIV prevention

Mexico has authorized cabotegravir PrEP, a long-acting injection given every two months. Fewer missed doses, higher efficacy than daily pills, and clinic follow-up.

•August 12, 2025

Mexicali Red Cross attends 54 heat-related cases in a single day

The Mexicali Red Cross attends 54 heat-related cases in one day, mostly dehydration and heat exhaustion.

•August 12, 2025

Cabo San Lucas hospital receives donated medical equipment

Cabo San Lucas hospital receives donated medical equipment and a medication fridge after an urgent need..

•August 11, 2025

Cancer Drug Shortages in Mexico Are Costing Lives

An in-depth investigation reveals how systemic failures in Mexico’s health system are causing preventable cancer deaths.

•August 8, 2025

Los Mochis Red Cross Blood Bank Reopens After Renovations

The Los Mochis Red Cross blood bank reopens August 12 with new facilities. Donation hours are 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., offering 24-hour service for...

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•August 6, 2025

Playa del Carmen Overhauls Public Health with Prevention, Nutrition, and New Clinics

Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo - In a comprehensive push to reshape local health services, Mayor Estefanía Mercado’s administration has unveiled a suite of preventive,...

•August 5, 2025

New Hospital Built with Funds From Selling Mexico’s Presidential Plane Opens

New General Hospital in Tuxtepec funded by the sale of the presidential jet welcomes patients, serving over one million residents across Oaxaca and Veracruz.