The less alcohol you drink, the lower your risk for cancer. The less alcohol you drink, the lower your risk for cancer. Drinking alcohol raises your risk of getting six kinds of cancer— Mouth and throat. Voice box (larynx). Esophagus. Colon and rectum. Liver. Breast (in women). All types of alcoholic drinks, including red and white wine, beer, cocktails, and liquor, are linked with cancer. The more you drink, the higher your cancer risk. Why Does Alcohol Use Raise Cancer Risk? When you drink alcohol, your body breaks it down into a chemical called acetaldehyde. Acetaldehyde damages your DNA and prevents your body from repairing the damage. DNA is the cell’s “instruction manual” that controls a cell’s normal growth and function. When DNA is damaged, a cell can begin growing out of control and create a cancer tumor. source: www.cdc.gov
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Urinary incontinence is a major concern for many people. It is estimated that over 40 million Americans are experiencing this condition, most without knowing it. What makes urinary incontinence even more frustrating is the fact that there are multiple options available for treatment. Over the years, Drs. Kimble and Kimble have treated patients with urinary incontinence of all etiologies in this successful manner - men and women alike.
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