Daily 2200 person died due to non communicable diseases,it can b avoided by imposing higher taxes and FOPWL.
17 May 2025 Murree (Nosheen): Strengthening Public Health through Policy, Health Experts Highlights Urgent Need for Taxation and Warning Labels on Ultra-Processed Products Murree Pakistan is grappling with a national health emergency, as non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as diabetes, cardiovascular conditions, obesity, and chronic liver and kidney diseases become increasingly prevalent.The country now ranks first globally in diabetes prevalence, with 31.4% of adults aged 20–79 living with the disease. This is more than a public health issue it is a national emergency.Over 230,000 deaths annually are linked to diabetes related complications, and more than nine million individuals remain undiagnosed. With a health system spending only $79 per capita, Pakistan is severely under-r...