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The Children of the South Bay: The Long-Term Health Consequences of the Tijuana River Crisis

October 5, 2026

By Sarahi Lopez

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The Tijuana River Public Health Crisis affects all who live and work in the region, but the impacts on children are particularly acute. Resident Fellow Sarahi Lopez examines the implications on long-term health.