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One Daily Drink Raises Cancer Risk, Experts Warn

11/16/2025

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A recent report finds that even one drink per day raises the risk of cancers and chronic diseases.
The Alcohol Intake and Health Study (the study), not published, found that risks rise with higher consumption.
For example, men see nearly a 40-fold increase in risk when increasing from one to two drinks daily.
Experts urge accurate public health information to guide guidelines, noting many remain unaware of alcohol's toxic effects.

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Story summary

A recent report finds that even one drink per day raises the risk of cancers and chronic diseases.
The Alcohol Intake and Health Study (the study), not published, found that risks rise with higher consumption.
For example, men see nearly a 40-fold increase in risk when increasing from one to two drinks daily.
Experts urge accurate public health information to guide guidelines, noting many remain unaware of alcohol's toxic effects.