’Tis the season of twinkling lights, travel, traditions—and increased alcohol consumption. Whatever your faith, or lack thereof, your winter holiday season likely involves office parties, family gatherings, and friendly celebrations. This “most wonderful time of the year” is when some people are more likely to drink beyond their limits, according to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA).
While the immediate dangers of alcohol, such as blackouts and impaired driving, are well-known, the substance’s ties to cancer apparently aren’t. Most Americans (60%) are unaware that drinking alcohol increases their risk of cancer, per a new survey conducted by the Annenberg Public Policy Center (APPC) at the University of Pennsylvania.
