A new study published in the April 2013 issue of the American Journal of Public Health, sheds light on alcohol consumption as a leading cause of preventable cancer.
Usually smoking gets all the attention when it comes to preventable causes of cancer. But as more and more research is done, cancer researchers are learning that other lifestyle factors are increasing risk of cancer.
Other lifestyle risks of cancer include obesity, inactivity, and, as this study states, alcohol consumption.
In fact, The World Health Organization has labeled alcohol as the world's third largest risk factor for disease burden, saying it can cause neuropsychiatric disorders and other chronic diseases such as heart diseases, cirrhosis of the liver and various cancers. It added that 30 percent of cancer deaths are caused by five behavioral and dietary factors, including high body mass index, low fruit and vegetable intake, lack of physical activity, tobacco use and alcohol use.
Researchers also determined that breast cancer was the most common type of drinking-related deaths in women. For men, mouth, throat and esophageal cancers were the most common alcohol-associated deaths.
Alcohol and Esophageal Cancer Risk and Prevention
The CANPrevent Esophageal and Stomach Cancer Conference is FREE and open to the public. Come and learn the latest information on esophageal and stomach cancer. Learn how to manage the genetic risk for you and your family. Gain knowledge and take action by getting important information from our experts. Breakfast will be provided.
Date: Friday, March 22
Time: 7:30 am to 10:30 am
Location: Hilton Hotel, 4200 City Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, PA
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