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The industry playbook to combat public health, and FUTURE-AI

Medicine and Science from The BMJ

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Lessons from Tobacco: Regulating Harmful Industries

This chapter examines the parallels between the tobacco industry and the gambling sector, emphasizing the lack of robust regulations for the latter despite its health risks. It explores the manipulative strategies employed by these industries to shape public perception, divert blame, and undermine scientific evidence. The discussion advocates for a comprehensive regulatory approach informed by tobacco control lessons, addressing systemic issues and protecting public health from corporate influence.

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