Sustained increase in measles cases prompts the Americas to strengthen surveillance, rapid response and vaccination efforts
[EXTRACT] 3 February 2026, WASHINGTON, D.C. —
Barriers and opportunities in implementing adolescent sexual and reproductive health interventions in rural Guatemala: an exploratory descriptive study
Objective
To explore barriers and opportunities in implementing adolescent sexual and reproductive health interventions in four rural Indigenous communities in Alta Verapaz, Guatemala.
Methods
An exploratory descriptive qualitative study was conducted using stakeholder mapping and a reflexive thematic approach. Data were collected through 20 semistructured interviews with key stakeholders involved in adolescent sexual and reproductive health programming.
Telegeriatrics for chronic disease management through polypharmacy reduction in primary health care
Objective
To evaluate the effect of using asynchronous geriatric consultations to reduce polypharmacy and unscheduled consultations in older persons in Chile.
Cross-country analysis of health systems and hospital utilization across the Amazon
Health systems in the Amazon face deep structural challenges that limit access to timely and quality care. This study provides a cross-country comparative analysis of health care infrastructure and hospital utilization in the Amazon, with a particular focus on urban settlements.
Advancing Virus-Associated Lymphoma Research in Latin America: A Global Opportunity for Cancer Science
[EXTRACT] Dear Editor,
Despite significant advancements in therapy and improved survival rates, gaps persist in achieving equal outcomes across the more than 100 lymphoma subtypes identified globally. In the United States (US) alone, the 5-year survival for non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) rose from 62% in 2000 to 75% in 2017, and for Hodgkin lymphoma, from 82% to 90%, respectively (1). However, survival outcomes for virus-associated lymphomas have remained relatively stable in the US. [...]
Policies towards elimination of congenital syphilis in Latin America and the Caribbean: a regional review
Syphilis remains an important public health challenge in the Americas, with a rising incidence among adults, including pregnant women, leading to an increased number of cases of congenital syphilis. The syphilis resurgence stems from health system gaps, behavioral changes and social determinants. A regional survey and policy review in Latin America and the Caribbean showed that most countries have national policies for syphilis screening and have made progress in the implementation of rapid tests, test-and-treat strategies, partner services, and timely treatment.
Risk of transfusion and transplantation transmission of Trypanosoma cruzi infection in endemic countries in the Americas
Objective
To analyze the risk of Trypanosma cruzi transfusion and transplantation transmission in endemic countries in the Region of the Americas.
Monitoring compliance with national smokefree regulations eight months after implementation in Puebla and Aguascalientes, Mexico
Objective
To assess compliance with smokefree regulations at hospitality venues in two cities 8 months after implementation of national regulations establishing 100% smokefree areas in all indoor workplaces, public places, and public transportation.
Strengthening tobacco cessation across the primary health sector in the Americas: progress, gaps, and opportunities since 2007
Objective
Tobacco use is a major modifiable risk factor for the four main noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) globally—cardiovascular diseases, chronic respiratory conditions, cancer, and diabetes. Addressing tobacco use through cessation interventions is therefore a cornerstone of comprehensive NCD prevention and control efforts. In this context, strengthening cessation support within primary health care has emerged as a high-impact and cost-effective strategy to accelerate progress toward NCD targets.
