RFK Jr. 'rejects' a U.N. declaration on non-communicable diseases
Summary
The United States, through Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has chosen not to support a United Nations declaration addressing non-communicable diseases like diabetes and cancer. RFK Jr. stated that the U.S. will "reject" this declaration during a speech at the U.N. General Assembly, though discussions on the document will continue in October without U.S. support.Key Facts
- Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced that the U.S. would reject a U.N. declaration on non-communicable diseases.
- The declaration focuses on preventing and controlling diseases such as cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and cancer.
- RFK Jr. stated the U.S. commitment to combating these diseases remains unchanged.
- He argued the declaration exceeds the U.N.'s role but did not provide specific details.
- The document aims to reduce global tobacco users by 150 million and improve access to mental health care by 2030.
- WHO confirmed widespread support for the declaration among world leaders.
- The Trump administration has been critical of the WHO and U.N. bodies in general.
- Despite U.S. rejection, U.N. General Assembly President Annalena Baerbock expects the declaration to receive wide approval from other member states.
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