Author: Lourdes Velasco

In a groundbreaking move, Ireland is set to become the first country to introduce labeling that directly links alcohol consumption to cancer. This move, scheduled for 2026, is seen as a promising step towards reducing alcohol consumption and could potentially inspire other European countries to follow suit, according to experts from the World Health Organization (WHO). The labels in Ireland will provide evidence on how alcohol consumption is linked to cancer and liver disease, challenging the alcohol industry’s attempts to downplay these risks. Studies have shown a lack of awareness among Europeans regarding the connection between alcohol consumption and various…