Bloomberg initiative to reduce tobacco use
Introduction
This initiative, funded by Bloomberg Philanthropies, is committed to the scaling up of tobacco control efforts in developing countries where the health burden from tobacco use is highest. Working with other partners in the initiative, WHO is playing an important leadership and coordination role in assisting countries with the implementation of effective tobacco control interventions in line with best evidence and policies.
More information
News
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Bloomberg Philanthropies 2012 annual update and letter
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March 2013 -
WHO welcomes Bloomberg donation to global tobacco control
27 March 2012 -
Bloomberg Philanthropies announces additional US$220 million to fight global tobacco use
22 March 2012 -
WHO Director-General speech: Bloomberg awards for global tobacco control
22 March 2012 -
Bloomberg Philanthropies honors heroes leading the fight against big tobacco
22 March 2012 -
Bloomberg Philanthropies releases five-year progress report on global anti-tobacco efforts
17 November 2011 -
Papers on tobacco taxation
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Bloomberg award for global tobacco control 2009
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WHO named as one of five partners to implement Michael Bloomberg's US$125 million initiative to promote freedom from smoking
3 November 2006