By The Weekly Edge desk ·
PlayUSA reported that Virginia gambling helpline calls increased by over 2,000% from 2019 to 2025, citing WDBJ and VCPG. Adults aged 55 or over account for two in 10 intakes.
Older adults represent a significant share of demand for Virginia’s gambling support services.
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