4.7 billion people – 63% of world’s population – are covered by polices such as strong graphic warnings, smoke-free public places, and other measures.

The push for a healthier Caribbean received a considerable boost last week, as the leaders at the 38th CARICOM Heads of Government Conference made new commitments to tackle the NCD epidemic.

Brazil is expecting a historic decision by the Supreme Court regarding an additive ban on cigarettes - a known tobacco industry strategy to attract children and youths to smoking.