A clear, evidence-based cancer awareness factsheet
Did you know that drinking alcohol carries the same amount of cancer risk as smoking and asbestos exposure?
Alcohol has become a common part of social life, but many people are unaware of its connection to cancer. Alcohol is a Group 1 carcinogen, meaning it is known to cause cancer in humans. Choosing to live alcohol-free is one way to protect your long-term health and reduce the risk of several preventable cancers.
This Alcohol and Cancer Risk factsheet provides clear, evidence-based information about how alcohol affects the body and why it contributes to different types of cancer development.
This factsheet is suitable for individuals, healthcare professionals, community organisations, and health promotion settings. This factsheet aims to increase awareness about alcohol-related cancer risks and support informed decisions about alcohol use
Readers will discover
Why alcohol is a Group 1 carcinogen
The types of cancers linked to alcohol consumption
Why no level of alcohol consumption is completely safe
Practical ways to reduce alcohol intake or choose an alcohol-free lifestyle
This Factsheet is Perfect For:
GP Clinics and Health Services
Workplaces and Offices
Educational institutions and Universities
Community Centers and outreach programs
Gyms, Sport Clubs and outdoor recreational activities
