Alcohol, sugary drinks stay cheap in India as WHO flags weak taxes in South-East Asia
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The WHO warns that alcohol and sugar-sweetened beverages are becoming more affordable in India due to weak tax designs, failing to curb consumption despite strong health links. This public-health failure is leading to rising rates of liver disease, diabetes,Alcohol, sugary drinks stay cheap in India as WHO flags weak taxes in South-East Asia
The WHO warns that alcohol and sugar-sweetened beverages are becoming more affordable in India due to weak tax designs, failing to curb consumption despite strong health links. This public-health failure is leading to rising rates of liver disease, diabetes, and other chronic illnesses, particularly among younger populations. Read more
