Occasional Drinking Raises Oral Cancer Risk in Men: Study Warns No Safe Level

• New study in BMJ Global Health links even occasional alcohol to increased risk of buccal mucosa cancer in men.
• Buccal mucosa cancer, affecting the inner cheek, is an aggressive oral cancer with low survival rates.
• The study, conducted in India, found all alcohol types, including local brews like desi daru, tharra, and mahua, elevate risk.
• Researchers emphasize there is no safe level of alcohol consumption regarding cancer risk, a view supported by WHO.
• Experts urge stronger awareness campaigns and advise complete avoidance of alcohol and tobacco for prevention.

Why It Matters: Even minimal alcohol consumption significantly increases men's risk of aggressive oral cancer.