Sin Tax Strategies and Sustainable Health Financing: A Global Scenario

Abstract

This study examines how sin taxes are levied on products considered to be detrimental to public health, such alcohol, tobacco, and sugary foods can support sustainable health finance on a worldwide scale. The study emphasizes the multiple advantages of sin taxes by analysing how well they work to lower consumption, raise money for health programs, and enhance public health outcomes. Successful implementations and the related health effects are demonstrated by case studies from a number of nations, including Australia, Mexico, United Kingdom, South Africa, Singapore, France and Norway. The study also discusses equity issues, pointing out that sin taxes are regressive and offering solutions to lessen their negative effects on low-income groups. In the end, the results highlight how crucial customized tax arrangements, public education initiatives, and stakeholder involvement are to optimizing the advantages of sin taxes. This study adds to the continuing discussion on creative approaches to health funding and how they could promote healthier populations throughout the globe.