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Is It Time for a Sugar Tax? WHO Urges Action on Sugary Drinks

Is It Time for a Sugar Tax? WHO Urges Action on Sugary Drinks

The World Health Organization (WHO), a leading global health authority, is urging countries to introduce or raise taxes on sugary drinks. As experts in public health, we ask: Is this the right move to protect populations from rising health risks?

WHO data links sugary drinks to higher rates of obesity and diabetes. Studies show that a 20% price increase can reduce consumption, helping fewer people develop these preventable conditions.