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The Big Five Podcast

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Examining Health Taxes and Personal Choices

This chapter explores the World Health Organization's proposal to increase prices on sugary drinks, alcohol, and tobacco by 50% to combat chronic diseases. It discusses the implications for public health finances and the tension between health initiatives and personal consumption freedoms.

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