Alcohol, tobacco and food giants block health reforms, says WHO
September 18, 2025 by reuters.com
Alcohol, tobacco and food giants block health reforms, says WHO
The World Health Organization warned on Thursday that lobbying by the tobacco, alcohol, and ultra-processed food industries is preventing governments from implementing health policies that could save lives. Next Thursday, during the UN’s annual meeting in New York, a special day will be devoted to addressing non-communicable diseases such as cancer and heart disease, which the WHO says are fueled by these products.
