Colombian Woman, 48, Dies Before Cosmetic Surgery
Mónica Saldarriaga died at a cosmetic clinic near Medellín after complaining of arm pain just before anesthesia for a breast-lift procedure; authorities are investigating.
NYC Releases 9/11 Files on Toxic Air Cover-Up
New York City has released thousands of documents suggesting officials downplayed the dangers of toxic air after 9/11, a scandal linked to more than 9,400 deaths from Ground Zero-related illnesses.
Colombia Shines in 2026 Latin America Hospital Rankings
Colombia placed 37 hospitals among the region's top 105 facilities in the 2026 IntelLat rankings, with eight institutions breaking into the overall top 25.
Dortmund Teen Karetsas Collapses During Champions League Match
Borussia Dortmund's 18-year-old Greek midfielder Konstantinos Karetsas was stretchered off during a Champions League game against Villarreal after suffering a circulatory episode. The club said he is stable and undergoing further tests at a hospital.
Mexican Youth Hit Hardest by Suicide in 2025 Data
New figures show that young people between 15 and 29 recorded the highest suicide rate of any age group in Mexico during 2025, underscoring a persistent mental health crisis among the country's youth.
Mexican Doctors Face Impossible Choices in Remote Posts
A Mexican newspaper column highlights the dire conditions faced by doctors assigned to remote, underserved communities, where basic supplies and even food can be scarce.
15 Medical Residents Hospitalized in Salmonella Outbreak…
Mexico's Hospital General de México confirmed that 15 medical residents have been hospitalized following an outbreak of Salmonella, prompting health officials to investigate the source of the infection.
Acid Attack Survivor Drops Euthanasia Plea for Surgery
María Consuelo Córdoba, who was disfigured in an acid attack in Bogotá 26 years ago, has decided against euthanasia and will instead undergo new reconstructive surgeries.
8.6 Million Mexicans Escaped Food Insecurity in a Decade
A new report highlights that 8.6 million people in Mexico moved out of food insecurity over the past ten years, signaling progress in the fight against hunger and malnutrition.
Epidemiologist Warns El Niño Could Trigger Health Crisis
Colombian epidemiologist Carlos Álvarez warns that as the El Niño weather phenomenon intensifies, the country's fragile health system must shift from treating illness to preventing it.