Medical experts in Germany are calling for cigarette-style warnings on alcoholic beverages to highlight the cancer risks associated with alcohol consumption.

The Ärztekammer Niedersachsen emphasized that even small amounts of alcohol can significantly increase cancer risks.

They argue that public awareness is crucial, as over 500,000 new cancer cases are reported annually in Germany, many of which are preventable.

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Eckart von Hirschhausen, in his recent documentary, also underscored alcohol's harmful effects, comparing a bottle of wine's breast cancer risk to smoking ten cigarettes.

Advocates are pushing for stricter regulations on alcohol advertising and labeling, similar to those for tobacco products.

Experts also stress the importance of early cancer detection and lifestyle changes, such as reducing alcohol and tobacco use, maintaining a healthy weight, and staying active, to lower cancer risks.