Health information and warning labels on alcohol

Alcohol use is a leading cause of health and social harms in Australia resulting from both short term episodes of intoxication and from long term, chronic use. Alcohol consumption, especially at high levels, can increase the risk of developing a range of chronic diseases including cardiovascular disease, diabetes and chronic kidney disease. Alcohol is a cause of cancer and consumption at any level increases cancer risk. Alcohol consumption may also contribute to the development of other major chronic disease risk factors such as high blood pressure and obesity and overweight.  An overview of the evidence concerning alcohol use and chronic disease risk is provided in the ACDPA Position Statement: Alcohol and Chronic Disease Prevention.

Click here to read the Position Statement.