Video challenges Aboriginal community to ‘rethink’ soft drink consumption

An innovative video has been launched to address the serious issue of sugary drink consumption within Victorian Aboriginal communities.

Rethink Sugary Drink and the Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation Inc. have partnered to highlight the significant health problems associated with sugary drink consumption and to encourage Victorian Aboriginal community members to reduce their intake of sugary drinks.

VACCHO’s Acting CEO Louise Lyons says that about two thirds of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander adults are overweight or obese, with many Aboriginal people having to manage serious health conditions such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease and cancer. Others, including children, are also being treated for serious dental problems.

A table shows how much sugar is in popular drink brands.

The Australian Dental Association supports the Rethink Sugary Drink campaign.