Mexico, US government discussing health care plan for migrants

“Mexico is talking with U.S. officials about cross-border health care for migrants, who would receive basic treatment at U.S. facilities and be treated in Mexico if they required more intensive care.

Mexican Health Secretary Jose Angel Cordova said Monday that discussions with U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Michael Leavitt are at an initial stage. The plan would depend on what kind of immigration reform, if any, emerges from debate in the U.S. Senate.”

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