WHO calls for higher taxes on alcohol, sugary drinks

Published on December 6, 2023

WHO is calling on governments to raise taxes on alcohol and sugary drinks in an effort to curb consumption of the products and, in turn, reduce deaths driven by alcohol and unhealthy diets. Deutsche Welle

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