Cancer

Alcohol and Prostate Cancer

Drinking alcohol does not increase the risk of prostate cancer, the most common form of cancer in men in the U.S.

Alcohol and Penile (Penis) Cancer

Drinking alcohol is not a risk factor for penile cancer according to the National Cancer Institute, the American Cancer Society, Cancer research UK, the American Society of Clinical Oncology and other medical groups.

Alcohol and Liver Cancer

Drinking alcoholic beverages (beer, wine, distilled spirits) is not a risk factor for developing liver cancer (hepatocellular carcinoma).

Alcohol and Ovarian Cancer

Drinking alcohol is not a risk factor for ovarian cancer according to leading medical organizations.

Alcohol and Pancreatic Cancer

The consensus of medical opinion is that drinking alcohol is not a risk for pancreatic cancer.

Alcohol and Colorectal Cancer

Moderate alcohol consumption is not a risk factor for colorectal cancer but heavy or abusive drinking may increase the risk of colon or rectal cancer.

Moderate Alcohol Consumption May Reduce Colorectal Cancer Risk

Two studies report that drinking alcohol in moderation appears to reduce the risk of colorectal adenomas and cancers compared to non-drinkers or alcohol abstainers.

Alcohol and Bladder Cancer

Drinking alcohol does not increase the risk of bladder cancer and there is evidence that consuming alcohol may reduce the risk of the disease.

Alcohol and Endometrial Cancer

The medical consensus is that drinking alcohol (beer, wine or distilled spirits) is not a risk factor for developing endometrial cancer, a cancer that develops in the interior lining of the uterus or womb.

Alcohol and Kidney Cancer

There is strong evidence from around the world that the consumption of alcoholic beverages (beer, wine and distilled spirits) is associated with lower risk of developing kidney cancer (renal cell carcinoma).

Drinking Alcohol in Moderation Linked to Lower Risk of Kidney Cancer (Renal Cell Cancer)

Moderate drinkers of alcohol are about 30% less likely to develop renal cell cancer (kidney cancer) than teetotalers (abstainers or non-drinkers). The form of alcohol (beer, wine or spirits) is not important in reducing risk of kidney cancer.

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