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GPs Tackle Gambling Harm During GambleAware Week 2025

10/14/2025

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Gambling harm is a public health issue in New South Wales, affecting one in five adults.
General practitioners help identify and support patients at risk.
Training and resources help GPs integrate gambling harm screening into routine practice.
This includes recognizing related issues such as anxiety and financial distress.
GambleAware Week 2025 runs from October 20 to 26 to promote awareness, encourage help-seeking among patients across Australia.

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Story summary

Gambling harm is a public health issue in New South Wales, affecting one in five adults.
General practitioners help identify and support patients at risk.
Training and resources help GPs integrate gambling harm screening into routine practice.
This includes recognizing related issues such as anxiety and financial distress.
GambleAware Week 2025 runs from October 20 to 26 to promote awareness, encourage help-seeking among patients across Australia.