Vietnam Considers Using Tobacco, Alcohol Tax Revenue for Healthcare
A proposal in Vietnam suggests allocating tax revenue from tobacco and alcohol to healthcare, specifically for medical check-ups and screenings for certain diseases. This comes amid concerns over the growing health and economic burden caused by smoking and excessive drinking.
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