'It is alarming to witness how the joyful narratives of sports betting overshadow the sobering realities faced by individuals battling addiction and digital dependency.'

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By: Biagio (Bill) Marra

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Open Letter to the online gambling community: industry, government agencies, celebrity endorsers and other participants:

As we navigate through an era inundated with rapid technological advancements and ever-growing access to online gambling, an urgent conversation must take place.

In my capacity as president and CEO of a specialty hospital in Southwestern Ontario, where we provide supports, services and programs to address mental health and addictions, this is our call to action, an invitation to reflect on our collective responsibilities and........

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