Mar 25, 2025

Republic Lifestyle Desk

From Breast Cancer To Neck: 7 Alcohol-Linked Cancers You Must Be Aware Of


Cancer Research UK

People may debate which alcohol is better, but Cancer Research UK confirms that all types of alcohol are linked to cancer.

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National Institute Of Health

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) points out 7 common cancers you must be aware of.

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Throat cancer

It is a type of cancer where cancer cells grow in the pharynx or voice box, also known as the larynx.

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Liver cancer

One of the most common types of cancer among excessive alcohol users is liver cancer.

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Breast cancer

Another alcohol-linked cancer is breast cancer which is more common amongst women.

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Neck cancer

A lump on the back of the neck, jaw, or mouth is one sign of neck cancer that you must keep an eye on if you're an alcohol lover.

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Head cancer

Head cancer affects regions such as the mouth, throat, sinuses, or nasal cavity.

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Upper aerodigestive tract cancer

Upper aerodigestive tract cancer occurs in the oral cavity, pharynx, larynx, and nasal sinuses.

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Colon and rectum cancer

This type of cancer often starts in the tissues of the colon or rectum and often starts as polyps.

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Alcohol-linked death

As per the World Health Organization (WHO) in a year approximately 2.6 million people die due to alcohol-linked diseases.

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