Since its inception in 2001. Binational Health Week has afforded us an opportunity to reflect upon and celebrate the many successful efforts made here in the United States in cooperation with Mexican. Canadian. Guatemalan. and Salvadorian consulates and health care providers to promote healthy lifestyles and wellbeing amongst migrant populations that might otherwise lack access to important health care services. Binational Health Week originated as an effort by Mexicos Secretary of Health to direct health care services to the underserved migrant populations living and working in the United States. The network of Mexican consulates throughout the country has partnered with U.S. Federal.