Playa del Carmen has become one of the most affected destinations in Mexico by the massive influx of sargassum, which this year has been worse than ever. Aside from its foul smell and serving as an obstacle to entering the ocean, sargassum is now presenting a new problem: skin conditions. As sargassum rots, it releases compounds like hydrogen sulfide and ammonia. Direct … [Read more...] about Why Sargassum is Causing Skin Irritation on Caribbean Beaches
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Why Air Pollution in Mexico City Has Been So Bad This Year
Mexico City has faced repeated air quality emergencies during the first two months of 2026, with multiple environmental contingencies activated due to high ozone and particle pollution. But why is this happening, and what are the authorities doing to combat this perennial problem? Back-to-Back Pollution Emergencies The year started badly. On January 1, authorities … [Read more...] about Why Air Pollution in Mexico City Has Been So Bad This Year
Mexico City Smog Sets Off ‘Double No Driving Day’ Contingency
Millions of drivers in the Mexico City metropolitan area faced expanded traffic restrictions Friday as environmental authorities kept a Phase 1 pollution contingency in place. The Megalopolis Environmental Commission (CAMe) said high ozone concentrations across the Valley of Mexico showed no signs of easing, blaming low wind, strong sunshine and temperatures around 80°F for … [Read more...] about Mexico City Smog Sets Off ‘Double No Driving Day’ Contingency
Face Mask and Antiviral Sales Jump 17% as Mexico Measles Outbreak Spreads
Sales of face masks, hand sanitizer and common medications have surged across Mexico's pharmacy chains as a measles outbreak that began last year continues to grow, with confirmed cases now reported in all 32 states. The National Union of Pharmacy Businesses (Unefarm) reported a 17% spike in demand for face masks, antibacterial gel, ibuprofen, paracetamol, antivirals and … [Read more...] about Face Mask and Antiviral Sales Jump 17% as Mexico Measles Outbreak Spreads
Measles Crisis in Jalisco Raises Health Concerns Ahead of 2026 World Cup
Photo: The state of Jalisco has declared a health alert as Mexico's worst measles outbreak in decades tightens its grip on the capital, Guadalajara. And it’s bad timing, with just four months to go before the city welcomes tens of thousands of international soccer fans for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. According to Mexico's federal government, Jalisco has recorded 1,163 … [Read more...] about Measles Crisis in Jalisco Raises Health Concerns Ahead of 2026 World Cup