Results show raising the excise tax and implementing health warnings may encourage cessation in Filipino adults, suggesting stronger policies are needed.
Results suggest raising the excise tax to at least 80 PHP and implementing 85% HWLs may encourage smoking cessation in the Philippines. Our findings can be used by policymakers and advocates in the Philippines to implement strong tobacco control policies to protect public health.
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