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Aussie Health Experts Push for Less Junk in Advertising

Aussie Health Experts Push for Less Junk in Advertising
In this photo illustration, fast food from a branch of McDonald's, Burger King, KFC, Subway and Domino's pizza is pictured on February 20, 2018 in Bristol, England. Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images
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3/29/2024|Updated: 3/29/2024
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The federal government should move to limit junk food advertising to put the health of children ahead of the profits of the industry, experts say.

In a submission to the Department of Health and Aged Care, the Australian Medical Association (AMA) said research suggests young people see 168 unhealthy food and drink promotions through social media each week.

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