By Pia Rodrigo  The Philippines has successfully raised tobacco tax rates to lower smoking prevalence and fund universal healthcare through three transformative laws passed between 2012 and 2020, esta...

Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids

Philip Morris claimed it wanted to end cigarette sales, but experts and campaigners say new promotions seem designed to attract younger consumers Anti-tobacco campaigners have condemned a global advertising campaign for Marlboro by Philip Morris International (PMI), saying the company is being duplicitous in claiming it wants to end cigarette sales. The “I AM Marlboro” campaign – which experts on the tobacco industry said appeared designed to attract young people – includes billboards, TV ads and online content. Continue reading...

Speakers emphasised that increasing tobacco taxes is the single most effective measure to reduce consumption.

The approved Tobacco Control Ordinance, aimed at protecting the health of women, children, and youth, will be turn into law in the first session of

Billboard Philippines X returned with Summer Sundown, together with ZYN — an afternoon of live music, rooftop sunsets, and a celebration kicking off the season.

Formula One, followed by millions of children worldwide, should bar sponsorship deals with tobacco companies seeking to drive uptake of addictive nicotine pouches, 162 anti-tobacco and health groups s...