International Resource Center

Global Tobacco Epidemic, 2008

The World Health Organization's landmark report on the global tobacco epidemic makes clear both the devastating scope of the global tobacco epidemic and the fact that it is entirely preventable if nations urgently implement proven solutions.

This report presents the first comprehensive picture of what the world’s nations are doing to address this public health crisis, and it demonstrates starkly that most nations are not doing nearly enough.

The Judy Wilkenfeld Award for Tobacco Control Excellence

This award is given annually to an advocate from a low- or middle-income country who has worked to reduce tobacco use through policy advocacy. Nominations must be received by Feb. 13, 2009.
Investigative Reports Detail Global Scope of Cigarette Smuggling

Reports by the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists about the illicit tobacco trade shed new light on the players involved — including organized syndicates and terrorist groups — and the smuggling routes and techniques they use.
India’s Smoke-Free Law a Historic Step to Protect Health

When India became the largest country in the world to implement a nationwide smoke-free law, it joined a fast-growing global movement to protect non-smokers from the serious health hazards of secondhand smoke.
Major U.S. Government Report: Tobacco Marketing Increases Youth Smoking

A comprehensive report by the U.S. National Cancer Institute finds conclusive evidence that tobacco marketing increases smoking. The report also finds mass media campaigns and comprehensive bans on tobacco advertising and promotions reduce tobacco use.
Republic of Georgia Should Pass Strong Tobacco Control Legislation

Op-ed calls on government to meet obligations of tobacco control treaty, enact proven measures to reduce tobacco use and save lives.