Study Alcohol Rehabilitation and Abstinence Lower Cancer Risk

New research shows hope for reducing cancer risk

Largest study of its kind

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Alcohol dependence linked to several cancers

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Good news: Treatment and abstinence help

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Experts surprised by treatment impact

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A neglected health issue

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Population-level strategies are key

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Healthcare systems can play a role

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Making treatment more accessible

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New research shows hope for reducing cancer risk

A major study finds alcohol rehab and abstinence linked to lower cancer rates.

Largest study of its kind

Researchers from CAMH, France, and WHO analyzed data from over 24 million people in France.

Alcohol dependence linked to several cancers

The study found a connection between alcohol dependence and cancers like liver, throat, and colon cancers.

Good news: Treatment and abstinence help

People who received treatment or maintained abstinence had a significantly lower risk of these cancers.

Experts surprised by treatment impact

Dr. Jürgen Rehm highlights the effectiveness of treatment, even with potential relapses.

A neglected health issue

Dr. Michaël Schwarzinger calls for more focus on alcohol dependence research and policy.

Population-level strategies are key

Dr. Carina Ferreira-Borges emphasizes policies like higher alcohol taxes and marketing restrictions.

Healthcare systems can play a role

Dr. Ferreira-Borges calls for increased access to treatment within healthcare settings.

Making treatment more accessible

Dr. Leslie Buckley highlights challenges and solutions like virtual treatment programs.

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