Tobacco ads have been banned in many countries for years, but Big Tobacco is finding ways to get around the rules — like partnering with Formula 1 to punt their new products to a global audience
China’s National Health Commission said last week that the spread was due to the lifting of Covid-19 restrictions and the circulation of known pathogens
The need for a new tuberculosis vaccine is as urgent as ever, and now a local pharmaceutical company is joining the race to find one
By 2030, the planet is likely to be warmer, undermining the fight against tuberculosis
Increase in road fatalities inspires strategic framework for transport
Restricting the advertising of unhealthy foodstuffs is crucial for promoting healthier eating options
The plan aims to create a framework to integrate systems and capacity to improve prevention, prediction, detection and response to health threats.
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