By 2035, the prices of alcohol, tobacco, and sweets should be raised by at least 50 percent, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). As per the latter’s experts, this measure will curb the development of chronic diseases and help countries generate budget revenues.

The WHO is concerned about the increase in non-communicable diseases worldwide, which is putting a strain on healthcare systems, reports DW. The organization notes that non-communicable diseases—including heart disease, cancer, and diabetes—are the cause of 75 percent of deaths worldwide.

The WHO added that raising the prices of alcohol, tobacco, and sweets could prevent 50 million premature deaths over the next 50 years.