Alcohol should carry warning label for cancer risk, US surgeon general says
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Advisory warns alcohol is third leading preventable cause of cancer in US and seeks to raise consumer awareness

Summary

Alcohol is the third leading preventable cause of cancer in the US, contributing to 100,000 cancer cases and 20,000 deaths annually, according to a new US surgeon general advisory.

Breast cancer accounts for 16.4% of annual alcohol-related cancers, with alcohol increasing the risk of at least seven types, including liver, colorectal, and throat cancers.

Most deaths occur among heavy drinkers, though 17% occur within recommended limits.

Alcohol promotes cancer through DNA damage, inflammation, and hormone changes. Despite clear links, only 45% of Americans recognize alcohol as a cancer risk.

  • Mobiuthuselah@lemm.ee
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    5 days ago

    Come visit! I wouldn’t know where to tell you to start. I’ve lived here all my life, travel quite a bit, and there are major cities, states, and entire regions I have yet to see. I think you’ll be pleasantly surprised by the craft breweries you can find all over. There’s a lot to explore.