2021 US alcohol-related deaths increased 29% since 2016, and alcohol consumption is linked to 16% of breast cancer cases and seven cancers.

New studies question health benefits of alcohol consumption, with experts warning there is no safe amount to consume. Previous claims of health benefits may be due to industry-funded research and scientific limitations. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that US deaths from excessive alcohol use increased by 29% between 2016 and 2021. Alcohol consumption accounts for 16% of breast cancer cases, and is linked to seven cancers, including liver, colorectal, and esophageal. The World Health Organization emphasizes that risky drinking begins with the first drop of alcohol.

August 08, 2024
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