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The government is planning to  increase the present percentage of excise tax on cigarette manufacturers and the tax money collected will be added to the coffers of Department of Health, especially in Philhealth.  The current price for a stick of cigarette is  Php 1 – 2.00, if the new tax increase will be implemented the price will be up to 5 pesos per stick.

What are the effects:

• For those who can’t afford the new price there are chances of quitting or minimizing their smoking habit that can lead to a healthier, longer natural life.
• With the additional funds from tax, the government can deliver a better quality of health services to the Filipino people.
• Less pollution and free from second-hand smoke diseases.
• Good news for non-smokers and bad news for smokers.