Alcohol consumption is a harmful activity that contributes to the burden of noncommunicable diseases, including the development of some cancer types. There is no safe level of alcohol consumption for cancer risk, and all types of alcoholic beverages, including beer, wine, and spirits, are linked to cancer risk, regardless of their quality and price. The risk of developing cancer increases substantially when more alcohol is consumed.
A new fact sheet from the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office for Europe highlights the relationship between alcohol and cancer. To find out more, view the infographics below or read the fact sheet “Alcohol and cancer in the WHO European Region: An appeal for better prevention”.
