NEW research shows more than 500,000 cavities may be prevented over 10 years if a sugar tax was introduced, provides yet another reason the peak doctor's group says, for the Federal Gov't to introduce its proposed sugar tax.
The Monash University-led collaboration with Deakin University and the University of Melbourne provides new Australian data, HERE.
The Australian Medical Association (AMA) President Prof Steve Robson said there is now more impetus for the govt to adopt a sugar tax which improves health outcomes and raises revenue.
"This important research deepens our understanding of the impact of sugary drinks on dental health.
"The AMA's own research shows that adding just 16 cents to the price of a can of soft drink results in thousands of fewer cases of diabetes (-16,000), heart disease (-4,400) and stroke (-1,100) over 25 years but we now additionally know 500,000 dental cavities and their costs could be avoided over a decade with cost-savings of $63.5 million.
"I keep saying it's a no-brainer, and that's because a sugar tax would generate $2.8 billion over four years for the Australian economy which can be directed into preventative health measures."
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