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Causes of cancer

Alcohol and cancer

Alcohol causes 7 types of cancer, including breast, mouth and bowel cancer. Whatever you drink, cutting down can lower your risk. Find out about how alcohol causes cancer and how to reduce your risk.

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Nurse helpline

Questions about cancer? Call freephone 0808 800 40 40 from 9 to 5 - Monday to Friday. Alternatively, you can email us.