South Africa has a long-standing tradition of adopting harm reduction strategies to address public health crises. From the fight against HIV/AIDS to needle exchange programs, harm reduction has been pivotal in saving lives and improving...
South Africa, Let’s Not Ignore What Has Worked in Other Countries in Developing Effective Tobacco Control Policies
In the pursuit of public health, South Africa finds itself at a critical juncture. As we grapple with the persistent challenge of tobacco use, especially amongst young people, the Vapour Products Association of South Africa...
WHO FCTC COP: Where Scientific Evidence Goes to Die
The 10th Congress of the Parties (COP10) of the World Health Organisation's (WHO) Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) has come and gone and its outcomes are not surprising. Again, cherry picking of studies and...