Alcohol-Related Cancer Deaths Doubled From 1990 to 2021, Study Finds

A new study released ahead of the 2025 American Society of Clinical Oncology conference reveals that alcohol-related cancer deaths in the U.S. have doubled from 1990 to 2021, rising from 11,896 to 23,207. Using data from the Global Burden of Disease database, researchers found that alcohol remains a major — and preventable — contributor to cancer mortality, especially among men and those over 55.

Despite being a known carcinogen linked to at least seven cancers, public awareness remains low. Experts stress the need for targeted prevention and education campaigns, as alcohol use joins smoking, obesity, and inactivity as key modifiable cancer risk factors. Read more from CBS here.