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Simone McCarthy, Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Commercial Determinants of Health, Deakin University

The gambling industry has women in its sights. Why aren’t policymakers paying attention?

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Whatever the code, whatever the season, Australian sports fans are bombarded with gambling ads.

Drawing on Australians’ passion, loyalty and pride for sport, the devastating health and social consequences of gambling – including financial stress, homelessness, family violence, and mental health issues – are largely sidelined.

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