Type 2 diabetes is a major health challenge in Mexico, which ranks among the top 10 countries globally for diabetes prevalence and reports the highest diabetes-related mortality rates in Latin America. With three-quarters of Mexican adults living with overweight or obesity, diabetes places a substantial burden on health systems already facing persistent inequalities. In Puebla, these challenges are compounded in rural and hard-to-reach communities, where access to healthcare, medication, and education remains limited. The state consistently ranks among Mexico’s poorest and most underdeveloped, with diabetes identified as the dominant health concern in recent community needs assessments. As climate change increases exposure to heat and other environmental stressors, emerging evidence suggests these conditions may further affect diabetes risk and management, particularly among vulnerable populations. This study investigates short-term relationships between climate and glucose in agricultural communities in Acatzingo, Puebla, using continuous glucose monitors, wearable temperature sensors, and hourly climate data. The findings highlight the importance of considering climate exposure in diabetes research and care, while the project also delivered direct community benefits through health and science communication workshops in local schools.
