Study links betting advertisements to problem gambling

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Gambler plays the pokies in Brisbane. Source: AAP / DAN PELED/AAPIMAGE

A new report has found almost half of gamblers are at some risk of harm, including unmanageable debt and mental health issues. It's led to calls for the government to get tough, with the study showing a strong link between betting ads and riskier gambling behaviour.


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