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online gambling surge raises public health concerns and calls for regulation
A public health commission has warned that the surge in online gambling poses significant risks to public health, with an estimated 72 million people globally experiencing gambling-related harms. The report calls for stronger regulations, including restrictions on access and advertising, to protect vulnerable individuals. It highlights the need for a shift in responsibility from gamblers to gambling businesses to minimize harm and improve public health outcomes.