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Florida's Gambling Surge Strains Addiction Support Services

2/6/2025

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Florida Faces Gambling Crisis

In Florida, the rise of sports gambling has triggered a dramatic increase in calls to the state's problem gambling center, which is struggling without state funding. With only seven staff members to handle the influx, the situation underscores the urgent need for support as gambling addiction becomes a pressing issue in the Sunshine State.

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Winners Strike Gold

A fortunate player in Florida struck gold, winning $115,025.19 from a Fantasy 5 ticket at a Circle K in Tallahassee. Meanwhile, Lynn Lamanno from New York celebrated a life-changing $1 million win from a $5 scratch-off ticket at a Wawa in Deerfield Beach. Both winners are reminded to seek support for gambling addiction.

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Florida Faces Gambling Crisis

In Florida, the rise of sports gambling has triggered a dramatic increase in calls to the state's problem gambling center, which is struggling without state funding. With only seven staff members to handle the influx, the situation underscores the urgent need for support as gambling addiction becomes a pressing issue in the Sunshine State.

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