Eating Disorder Genetics Initiative 2 (EDGI2) digital media kit 

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Lisa Curry AO to lead national call for 4,000+ adult volunteers
for world’s largest genetics study on eating disorders

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​​Triple Olympian Lisa Curry AO will front a national appeal next
Tuesday, May 20, for 4,000+ adults with lived experience of an
eating disorder, to join the world’s largest genetics investigation into
the risk factors driving these complex illnesses.1

 

The study will strive to pinpoint the hundreds of genes influencing a
person’s risk of developing anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa,
binge-eating disorder and Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder
(ARFID), to improve treatment, and save lives. 

 

Ms Curry’s appeal for study volunteers, in partnership with researchers,
doctors and patients Australia-wide will coincide with the publication
of an article in MJA Insight+, revealing how the complex interplay of
genetic, environmental and psychological factors in eating disorders,2
has hindered effective treatment breakthroughs.3

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The Aussie sporting legend, mother-of-three, grandmother-to-three,
wellness entrepreneur and author is supporting the genetics study due to the heartbreaking loss of her daughter Jaimi, 33, who was trapped in an eating disorder for 18 years.

 

“Too little is known about eating disorders, which affect over a million Australians.4

 

“Individuals and families affected deserve answers, earlier intervention, and personalised treatments that work,” said Ms Curry.

 

“This investigation will unite global experts to unravel the complex genetic and environmental puzzle behind eating disorders.”

 

To learn more about the investigation striving to decode the genetics of eating disorders to identify risk, and transform treatment, tee up an interview with a spokesperson overleaf.

 

Volunteers can head to edgi2.org or email edgi2@qimrb.edu.au.