Alcohol and Cancer in Wisconsin
Drinking alcohol can increase a person’s risk for at least seven types of cancer: breast, colorectal, esophagus, liver, mouth, throat, and voice box.
Alcohol consumption contributes to 3.5 percent of all cancer deaths nationwide. Any amount of alcohol can increase cancer risk, although heavy drinkers are at the greatest risk.
Wisconsin has the highest rate of heavy drinking and binge drinking in the nation. We can reduce Wisconsin's cancer burden by helping residents, communities, and policy makers make healthier choices regarding alcohol.
Resources
Alcohol & Cancer FAQ
Use this FAQ to answer ten common questions about the alcohol-cancer connection, such as “How much do I need to drink to raise my cancer risk?” and “Does the type of alcohol I drink matter?” A helpful resource to start important conversations with patients, clients, and community members.
Alcohol & Cancer Infographic
Use this infographic to introduce audiences to the basic facts about alcohol and cancer in Wisconsin. Perfect for sharing online, or print it and post in your office, school, or clinic.
Alcohol & Cancer Slide Bank
Use this bank of Powerpoint slides to raise awareness about the alcohol-cancer connection when presenting to key stakeholders. The slides and accompanying talking points can be downloaded and customized to fit your needs.
Wisconsin Alcohol Policy Project
Learn more about the impact of excessive alcohol consumption, the evidence-based policies that can improve the alcohol environment in your community, and the resources available to help you educate others. (External resource)
ASCO Policy Statement on Alcohol and Cancer
The groundbreaking statement from the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) shone a national spotlight on the connection between alcohol and cancer. Lead author Noelle LoConte, MD, is a clinical oncologist at the UW Carbone Cancer Center and Principal Investigator for the Wisconsin Cancer Collaborative. (External resource)
Get Involved
We can help you raise awareness about the alcohol-cancer connection and decrease alcohol-related cancers in your community. Contact our Outreach Team to learn how.