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WHO Accuses Food, Alcohol, and Tobacco Industries of Blocking Health Policies
The World Health Organization (WHO) accused food, alcohol, and tobacco industries of intense lobbying to prevent the implementation of health-improving policies, citing this as the cause for stalled progress in reducing deaths from chronic diseases.
WHO Accuses Food, Alcohol, and Tobacco Industries of Blocking Health Policies
The World Health Organization (WHO) accused food, alcohol, and tobacco industries of intense lobbying to prevent the implementation of health-improving policies, citing this as the cause for stalled progress in reducing deaths from chronic diseases.
Progress
48% Bias Score
Government's Weak Health Regulations Contradict Public Opinion and Promises
The UK government's approach to regulating businesses impacting public health is criticized for being weak, contradicting previous promises and public opinion, with 74% wanting health prioritized over business growth, necessitating stronger actions like minimum alcohol pricing and tobacco levies.
Government's Weak Health Regulations Contradict Public Opinion and Promises
The UK government's approach to regulating businesses impacting public health is criticized for being weak, contradicting previous promises and public opinion, with 74% wanting health prioritized over business growth, necessitating stronger actions like minimum alcohol pricing and tobacco levies.
Progress
40% Bias Score
Four Healthcare Reforms Shake Up Spain's Public Health Agenda
Spain's Ministry of Health is pursuing four major reforms: stricter tobacco and alcohol laws, expanded prescribing rights for nurses and pharmacists, and improved conditions for healthcare professionals; however, their success is uncertain due to political challenges.
Four Healthcare Reforms Shake Up Spain's Public Health Agenda
Spain's Ministry of Health is pursuing four major reforms: stricter tobacco and alcohol laws, expanded prescribing rights for nurses and pharmacists, and improved conditions for healthcare professionals; however, their success is uncertain due to political challenges.
Progress
36% Bias Score
Metaverse Becomes New Battleground for Tobacco and Alcohol Marketing
A new report reveals how tobacco and alcohol companies are using virtual spaces like the metaverse to market to young people, bypassing regulations and normalizing harmful products, raising concerns about the long-term public health implications.
Metaverse Becomes New Battleground for Tobacco and Alcohol Marketing
A new report reveals how tobacco and alcohol companies are using virtual spaces like the metaverse to market to young people, bypassing regulations and normalizing harmful products, raising concerns about the long-term public health implications.
Progress
24% Bias Score
France Bans Smoking in Public Spaces
France implemented a nationwide ban on smoking in public spaces including parks, beaches, and schools starting June 29th, 2024, with fines up to €750, although experts believe it's insufficient due to exceptions for cafes and e-cigarettes.
France Bans Smoking in Public Spaces
France implemented a nationwide ban on smoking in public spaces including parks, beaches, and schools starting June 29th, 2024, with fines up to €750, although experts believe it's insufficient due to exceptions for cafes and e-cigarettes.
Progress
44% Bias Score
France Bans Smoking Near Children, Marking Cultural Shift
France's new law, effective July 1st, prohibits smoking within public outdoor areas frequented by children, imposing fines up to €135, marking a shift from its past glorification of smoking in cinema and culture.
France Bans Smoking Near Children, Marking Cultural Shift
France's new law, effective July 1st, prohibits smoking within public outdoor areas frequented by children, imposing fines up to €135, marking a shift from its past glorification of smoking in cinema and culture.
Progress
40% Bias Score
Trump Administration's Report on Childhood Diseases Criticized for Omitting Nicotine
The Trump administration's report on childhood diseases omits "smoking" and "nicotine," drawing criticism for neglecting a leading cause of preventable death and the recent EVALI crisis, despite including recommendations for public-service campaigns on vaping.
Trump Administration's Report on Childhood Diseases Criticized for Omitting Nicotine
The Trump administration's report on childhood diseases omits "smoking" and "nicotine," drawing criticism for neglecting a leading cause of preventable death and the recent EVALI crisis, despite including recommendations for public-service campaigns on vaping.
Progress
24% Bias Score
E-cigarette Use in Youth Linked to Increased Risks of Smoking, Substance Abuse, and Health Problems
A new study links e-cigarette use among European youth to increased risks of smoking, marijuana use, alcohol abuse, asthma, and mental health issues; 22% of 15-16 year-olds report regular e-cigarette use, a rise from 14% five years prior.
E-cigarette Use in Youth Linked to Increased Risks of Smoking, Substance Abuse, and Health Problems
A new study links e-cigarette use among European youth to increased risks of smoking, marijuana use, alcohol abuse, asthma, and mental health issues; 22% of 15-16 year-olds report regular e-cigarette use, a rise from 14% five years prior.
Progress
48% Bias Score
Spain's Ambitious Healthcare Bills Face Political Hurdles
The Spanish Ministry of Health is attempting to pass four significant healthcare bills—tobacco control, alcohol restrictions for minors, pharmaceutical reform, and a healthcare worker statute—despite facing significant political challenges, including a weak parliamentary majority and strong oppositi...
Spain's Ambitious Healthcare Bills Face Political Hurdles
The Spanish Ministry of Health is attempting to pass four significant healthcare bills—tobacco control, alcohol restrictions for minors, pharmaceutical reform, and a healthcare worker statute—despite facing significant political challenges, including a weak parliamentary majority and strong oppositi...
Progress
44% Bias Score
Australian Youth Vaping Rates Decline After Stricter Regulations
New data reveals a decrease in vaping rates among Australian children aged 14-17, from 17.5% in early 2023 to 14.6% in April 2024, following stricter regulations implemented in July 2024 that restricted sales to pharmacies and required ID, resulting in over 10 million illicit vapes being seized.
Australian Youth Vaping Rates Decline After Stricter Regulations
New data reveals a decrease in vaping rates among Australian children aged 14-17, from 17.5% in early 2023 to 14.6% in April 2024, following stricter regulations implemented in July 2024 that restricted sales to pharmacies and required ID, resulting in over 10 million illicit vapes being seized.
Progress
36% Bias Score
WHO Urges 50% 'Sin Tax' Hike to Fund Healthcare and Prevent 50 Million Deaths
The WHO calls for a 50% increase in taxes on tobacco, alcohol, and sugary drinks over the next decade to reduce chronic diseases, prevent 50 million premature deaths, and generate \$1 trillion in revenue, addressing strained healthcare systems.
WHO Urges 50% 'Sin Tax' Hike to Fund Healthcare and Prevent 50 Million Deaths
The WHO calls for a 50% increase in taxes on tobacco, alcohol, and sugary drinks over the next decade to reduce chronic diseases, prevent 50 million premature deaths, and generate \$1 trillion in revenue, addressing strained healthcare systems.
Progress
44% Bias Score
Brazil and Mexico Lead Americas in Tobacco Control
Brazil and Mexico are top global performers in tobacco control, implementing most WHO prevention measures, with smoking prevalence rates of 9% and 8% respectively, despite challenges in packaging and taxation.
Brazil and Mexico Lead Americas in Tobacco Control
Brazil and Mexico are top global performers in tobacco control, implementing most WHO prevention measures, with smoking prevalence rates of 9% and 8% respectively, despite challenges in packaging and taxation.
Progress
28% Bias Score
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