Report flags up strong links between alcohol and cancer

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A new report by the Scottish Health Action on Alcohol Problems (SHAAP) has recommended new guidance for health professionals on the links between cancer and booze.The paper, which was published earlier this month, has revealed the impact alcohol may have when it comes to cancer and offers advice to health professionals dealing with patients. Don't miss the latest headlines from around Renfrewshire.

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Download here: smarturl.it/RenfrewLiveSocialWest Scotland Labour MSP Paul O'Kane said: “Awareness of the risks of alcohol must increase throughout the country but that has to be matched by an increase in funding to support people who are already struggling with alcohol consumption”.The report says there is "strong evidence” to show that alcohol increases the risk factor in