WHO's Framework Convention on Tobacco Control

The WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) is an international treaty adopted by the World Health Organization to reduce tobacco use and its health impacts globally. It encourages countries to implement policies such as banning tobacco advertising, raising taxes, and creating smoke-free environments. The goal is to protect people's health by reducing smoking rates and preventing tobacco-related diseases. The FCTC provides guidance and support for governments to create effective tobacco control measures, fostering global cooperation to combat the tobacco epidemic and save lives.