Published on 01/03/2025 at 1:51 p.m.
(Boursier.com) — Spirits groups are clearly in decline this weekend, like Pernod Ricard (-2,4%) et Remy Cointreau (-4%) in Paris. US Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy highlighted the direct link between alcohol consumption and increased cancer risk, and called for warning labels . According to the specialist, alcohol is responsible for approximately 100,000 cases of cancer and 20,000 deaths each year in the United States. Alcohol consumption increases the risk of at least seven types of cancer, including cancers of the breast, colon and rectum, esophagus, liver, mouth, throat and larynx, regardless of or the type of alcohol.
In a report, the specialist calls for a reassessment of recommended alcohol consumption limits to take into account cancer risk, and he advises individuals to be aware of the relationship between alcohol consumption and increased risk of cancer when they consider drinking.
