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  • Low alcohol intake raises buccal mucosa cancer risk in Indian men: study

    Low alcohol intake raises buccal mucosa cancer risk in Indian men: study

    Overview: Why this study matters A large multicentre study published in BMJ Global Health has found that even modest alcohol consumption can significantly increase the risk of buccal mucosa cancer (BMC) among Indian men. BMC, a prevalent and aggressive form of oral cancer in India, often develops in the mucous lining of the cheeks and…