Tobacco Harm Reduction Could Save 880,000 Lives Across Malaysia and Uzbekistan, Says New Report

Four Key Actions That Will Help Save 880,000 Lives in Malaysia and Uzbekistan

A new report on Malaysia and Uzbekistan reveals that adopting tobacco harm reduction (THR) strategies and improving treatment methods can save 880,000 lives. The findings of this report were first shared through an online webinar earlier today that included regional and international researchers and experts in harm reduction.

The event opened with keynote speaker Dr. Derek Yach, who delved into the report’s core findings. He spoke of the significance and rationale of the study as well as its methodology and results. Dr Yach was followed by Professor Sharifa Ezhat from Malaysia, speaking of the relevance of this study within the Malaysian landscape, as well as Uzbeki experts who highlighted the report’s implications for their nation. All three speakers also discussed how the results of the study should be used to implement policy change in their country and what other countries can learn from this study. The event concluded with Dr. Delon Human’s presentation of the key conclusions and actionable recommendations from the report.

These measures collectively aim to reduce the harm caused by tobacco and improve public health outcomes.

For further details on these strategies and the transformative potential of THR, you can access the full report here. 

To view the launch webinar and hear from the experts directly, click here.