Study Finds Alcohol-Linked Cancer Deaths in Men Have Surged 70%

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By Rachel Dillin Men’s Journal

Alcohol-related cancer deaths have nearly doubled in the U.S. over the past three decades-and men are being hit hardest, according to a new study presented this week at the American Society of Clinical Oncology annual conference, ABC News reported.

Researchers found that cancer deaths attributed to alcohol rose from 11,896 in 1990 to 23,207 in 2021. While both men and women saw increases, male deaths jumped by over 70%, compared to a 15% rise among women.

“There’s often more focus on tobacco or processed foods, but alcohol is also a carcinogen,” said Dr. Chinmay Jani, lead author and clinical fellow at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center. “It’s critical men understand the risks-even at moderate levels of drinking.”

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