Alcohol: The hidden cancer risk your doctor might overlook – F.D. Flam

A new study reveals that 40% of cancer cases are preventable, with alcohol consumption being a top risk factor, especially for women. Doctors often overlook discussing this link with patients, even though drinking is a major contributor to breast cancer. The study emphasizes that exceeding health guidelines of one drink a day for women increases cancer risks. More research is needed to fully understand how alcohol elevates cancer risk and to inform better preventive measures.

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By F.D. Flam

Now that the vast majority of Americans don't smoke, it's hard to know what we're supposed to do about the recent news that 40% of cancer cases are preventable. Drinking alcohol is one of the top risk factors — and yet doctors aren't talking to patients about its connection to cancer.

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