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31 May 2026
The smoker is not the enemy. The smoker is the person we are trying to help.
Kurt Yeo • Public Health Debate • Global • South Africa
Commentary, analysis, and perspectives from the THR community.
17 March 2026
As we decouple nicotine from the lethal toxicity of smoke, are we finally entering an era where the world’s leading cause of preventable death can be engineered out of existence? The history of the last sixty years suggests that through technology and pragmatic policy, a smoke-free world is finally within our sight.
Kurt Yeo • Public Health Debate • Global • 10 min read
19 August 2026
A person who fears being labelled may choose not to test. Someone who worries about disclosure may delay treatment. A community that feels judged may avoid healthcare programmes altogether. These challenges are not simply individual problems. They reflect the need for health systems to become more responsive and inclusive.
Melody Okereke • Public Health Debate • Africa • Nigeria
29 May 2026
The future of harm reduction will depend on how well grassroots innovation is recognised, funded, and integrated into formal health systems.
Melody Okereke • Public Health Debate • Africa • Nigeria
