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Reform of the General Health Law 2026: Modernization and strategic challenges for the Mexican health sector
The reform to the General Health Law published in the Official Gazette of the Federation (DOF) on January 15, 2026, marks a milestone in Mexican sanitary regulation. This update not only formalizes Digital Health and Telehealth but also strengthens post-market surveillance mechanisms and restructures the validity period of Sanitary Registrations.
Industry Trends 2026
Dive into the medical device, cosmetic, and dietary supplement industry trends. We offer a look at what to expect during 2026.
Innovation, Regulation, and Collaboration: A 10th Anniversary Interview with the CIB
In commemoration of the 10th Anniversary of the College of Biomedical Engineers of Mexico (CIB), IPS spoke with Montserrat Godínez, President of this important institution. This interview delves into the organization's milestones, challenges, and future aspirations.
The Importance of sharing updated documentation in Medical Device distribution
In the medical device sector, safety and regulatory compliance are fundamental to ensuring quality and protecting patients. A key aspect of this process is traceability within the supply chain. As distributors, sharing updated information, such as the Notice of Operation and the Registration of the Tecnovigilance Unit, with the sanitary registration holder is not only a regulatory obligation but also an essential practice to ensure operational continuity and avoid setbacks in procedures with COFEPRIS.
Regulatory Update COFEPRIS proposes changes to NOM-240: Responsibilities for Manufacturers and Distributors (Updated)
The Ministry of Health in Mexico is proposing changes to a standard (NOM-240-SSA1-2012) regarding medical device safety and reporting. The draft standard strengthens reporting requirements for manufacturers, distributors and adds new responsibilities. Public feedback is welcome to evaluate the impact of the proposed changes.