Econometric and comparative risk assessment scenario modelling of the proposed UK sugary drink tax on health

In March, 2016, the UK Chancellor of the Exchequer announced a two-tier industry levy on sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs). We aimed to estimate the effect of possible industry responses on incidence of diabetes, obesity, and dental caries to inform design and implementation of the legislation.

Bibliografiset tiedot
Päätekijät: Briggs, A, Mytton, O, Elhussein, A, Scarborough, P
Aineistotyyppi: Journal article
Julkaistu: Lancet 2016
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Yhteenveto:In March, 2016, the UK Chancellor of the Exchequer announced a two-tier industry levy on sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs). We aimed to estimate the effect of possible industry responses on incidence of diabetes, obesity, and dental caries to inform design and implementation of the legislation.