New Study Links Alcohol to Increased Risk of Pancreatic Cancer – DELETED

By: Patemoshela Lukolo

An international study led by the World Health Organization’s International Agency for Research on Cancer has revealed a significant link between alcohol consumption, particularly beer and spirits, and an increased risk of pancreatic cancer.

Published on May 20, 2025, in PLOS Medicine, the study analysed data from nearly 2.5 million individuals across 30 cohorts in Asia, Australia, Europe, and North America.

Firstly, the study found that for every 10-gram per day increase in alcohol intake, roughly equivalent to one standard drink, there was a 3% rise in the risk of developing pancreatic cancer.

Furthermore, the risk was found to vary by gender. Among women, those who consumed 15–30 grams of alcohol daily faced a 12% higher risk compared to light drinkers (0.1–5 grams/day).