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The government is being urged to limit the “relentless” advertising of alcohol, gambling and unhealthy food by a new national public health campaign launched today.
The “give us an ad break” campaign is calling for the federal government to introduce “a harmful products marketing act” as one of the most important steps to improve the nation’s long-term health.
Limiting advertising for alcohol, gambling and unhealthy food would significantly reduce the burden of cancer, liver disease, type 2 diabetes, heart disease and financial harm across the community. By reducing children’s exposure to alcohol, gambling and junk food advertising, we can prevent chronic illness before it starts and ease pressure on families and the health system.
This is a practical, evidence-based opportunity for the Federal Government to reshape the environments our children grow up in. If we act now, we can create a future where fewer Australians experience preventable cancer and chronic disease.
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