Description: End alcohol advertising
Alcohol advertising is everywhere. It’s on TV, in magazines, and at sporting events. And it’s having a harmful effect on our young people. Alcohol is a leading cause of preventable death in Australia. Every year, it kills more than 5,500 Australians and hospitalises around 155,000.
Most of these deaths are due to chronic disease , such as cancer and liver disease. But a significant number are due to accidents and violence. Young people are particularly at risk. Alcohol is a major contributor to injury and death among 15- 24 year olds. It’s also a major cause of poor health and social problems in this age group. Exposure to alcohol advertising increases the likelihood that young people will start drinking, and drink more if they already drink.
It’s time to put the health of our young people first. It’s time to end alcohol advertising in sports. Alcohol companies are deliberately preying on Aussie children through sport.