The authors of the report estimate that 40 percent of all cancer cases are linked to "modifiable risk factors," with alcohol consumption being a significant contributor.
In 2019, more than one in 20 cancer diagnoses in the West were attributed to alcohol consumption, highlighting its growing role as a risk factor for cancer.
Of particular concern is the rising incidence of early-onset colorectal cancer among adults under 50, which reports a 1.9 percent annual increase since 2011.
Research shows a consistent link between frequent drinking in early adulthood and an increased risk of colon and rectal cancers later, suggesting preventative measures can be effective.
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