news El Sudcaliforniano 2026-09-12

Suicide Attempts Surge in Mexico City During First Eight Months

Mexico City recorded 1,470 suicide attempts between January and August, marking a 34 percent increase compared to the same period in 2025. Health authorities and local observers are raising alarms over the growing mental health crisis in the capital.

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