Non-communicable diseases are responsible for more than half of the global burden of disease.
The Caribbean is one of the most vulnerable regions in the world to the impacts of climate change.
Tobacco use in many Latin American countries is high among boys, girls, men, and women.
In March 2007, IDRC's Research for International Tobacco Control (RITC) hosted an Inter American workshop on tobacco control in Colonia, Uruguay, for approximately 30 participants active in tobacco control in the region.
Despite some successes when it comes to national and global efforts at tobacco control, little evidence exists of international funding or support in this area for developing countries like Bolivia.
Across South America, tobacco use remains high among children and adults. New research will explore the benefits and limitations of tobacco pricing and tax strategies on reducing tobacco use in Argentina, Bolivia, and Chile.
The Latin American and Caribbean Environmental Economics Program (LACEEP) enhances the skills of researchers, teachers and policymakers in the area of environmental economics through short courses, workshops and supervision of research projects.