#public-health-policy

#public-health-policy

Tobacco exposure is one of the most significant risk factors identified in the Global Burden of Disease study 2023, contributing to approximately one in eight deaths worldwide.

The new study from Brigham and Women’s Hospital indicates that if fluoride is banned nationwide, dental costs could surge by $9.8 billion in five years and lead to 25.4 million additional cavities in children.

"In light of the forthcoming UK ban, Ireland needs to follow suit - and fast," said Mr Murphy. "We need an all-island ban on single-use e-cigarettes, which are detrimental to young people's health and overturning the strides Ireland has made in reducing nicotine addiction."

The report indicates a consensus among agencies highlighting major childhood health issues, but critics argue it oversimplifies the complexities of chronic disease and public health.

Anthem Blue Cross' sudden change of heart Saturday came after a week after The Post reported on the flawed 263-page report by the city Health Department's new Office of Healthcare Accountability.