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Trump Administration Omits Alcohol-Cancer Link in Guidelines

3/21/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration omits the link between alcohol and cancer risk in new dietary guidelines.
A University of Pennsylvania survey finds that over half of Americans recognize the link between alcohol consumption and cancer risk.
Health experts criticize the omission as contradicting research showing that even low levels of alcohol can increase cancer risk.
Some doctors say no amount of alcohol is safe, emphasizing the health risks.

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration omits the link between alcohol and cancer risk in new dietary guidelines.
A University of Pennsylvania survey finds that over half of Americans recognize the link between alcohol consumption and cancer risk.
Health experts criticize the omission as contradicting research showing that even low levels of alcohol can increase cancer risk.
Some doctors say no amount of alcohol is safe, emphasizing the health risks.