GoKawiilA new study found that alcohol-related cancer deaths in the U.S. have risen over the past three decades from an estimated 11,400 in 1990 to over 23,100 in 2023 annually.
Alcohol-Related Cancer Deaths in the US Have Doubled Since 1990, and Not Just Among Those With Liver Cancer
Why This Matters
A new study finds U.S. deaths from alcohol-related cancers roughly doubled from about 11,400 in 1990 to more than 23,100 in 2023, and the rise isn't confined to liver cancer. That trend matters for consumers weighing everyday drinking habits, and for the health, insurance, and beverage industries that shape and respond to public risk messaging.
Key Takeaways
- Alcohol-related cancer deaths in the U.S. climbed from roughly 11,400 in 1990 to over 23,100 in 2023.
- The increase spans cancers beyond liver cancer, widening the scope of alcohol's known risks.
- The three-decade trend strengthens the case for clearer public guidance on alcohol consumption.
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