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Alcohol-Linked Cancer Deaths Doubled in U.S. Since 1990

Alcohol-attributable cancer deaths in the U.S. doubled between 1990 and 2023, with increases seen across most cancer types and age groups.

Annual deaths rose from 11,361 to 23,126. Men and adults aged 55+ experienced the greatest burden.

Alcohol is a Group 1 carcinogen linked to cancers of the breast, liver, esophagus, colorectum, and head/neck.

Researchers noted public underestimation of alcohol's impact beyond liver cancer.

Among older men, liver cancer had the highest mortality, followed by esophageal and colorectal. For women, breast cancer led.

In younger adults (20-54), colorectal cancer was the top alcohol-attributable cause for men and second for women, surpassing liver cancer.

Geographic variations exist, with Washington D.C. highest and Utah lowest in 2023.

The study highlights alcohol as a modifiable risk factor, urging greater public awareness and reduced consumption.

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