Examine Yourself: Alcohol is a carcinogen and that means it can cause cancer

Alcohol is a risk factor for eight types of cancer - breast, mouth, throat, voice box, oesophagus, bowel, liver and pancreas.

Examine Yourself: Alcohol is a carcinogen and that means it can cause cancer

Alcohol is a risk factor for eight types of cancer - breast, mouth, throat, voice box, oesophagus, bowel, liver and pancreas.

It’s not just those with a ‘drinking problem’ who are affected. Even one drink a day can increase your risk of cancer.

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