Alcohol is a leading preventable cause of cancer, and the U.S. surgeon general stated that alcoholic beverages should have a warning label similar to packs of cigarettes.
The debate around the risks and benefits of moderate drinking is ongoing as the U.S. Dietary Guidelines for Americans are being updated, with research linking drinking to various cancers even within recommended limits.
Current labels on alcoholic beverages warn about pregnancy, driving, machinery operation, and general health risks.