Alcohol, disease and health conditions

Alcohol is linked to a range of long‑term health conditions. These pages explain known risks and how alcohol fits into managing specific health concerns.

Alcohol and diabetes

If you have diabetes, moderating your alcohol intake is an important element of diabetes management.
Alcohol and cancer

Drinking alcohol is a risk factor contributing to seven types of cancer.
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Alcohol related liver disease

Alcohol-related liver disease (ARLD) refers to liver damage caused by excess alcohol intake.
Alcohol-related brain damage

This page pulls together all our factsheets and publications on alcohol-related brain damage.