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Bench to BedsideAuthor: The University of Kansas Cancer Center
The University of Kansas Cancer Centers podcast Bench to Bedside provides a glimpse into the latest research discoveries that are transforming cancer care. Join Roy Jensen, MD, vice chancellor and director of the cancer center, weekly to hear from the top experts in the field as well as patients and caregivers. Language: en Genres: Health & Fitness, Medicine, Nutrition Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Alcohol and Increased Cancer Risk
Episode 42
Wednesday, 23 April, 2025
In this episode of the Bench to Bedside podcast Dr. Roy Jensen, vice chancellor and director of The University of Kansas Cancer Center, discusses the critical topic of alcohol consumption and its link to cancer risk with Dr. Lauren Nye, medical oncologist at the cancer center and associate professor of Internal Medicine at the University of Kansas Medical Center. They delve into the recent advisory from the US Surgeon General highlighting the increased cancer risk associated with alcohol consumption, explore how alcohol can promote cancer development through various mechanisms, and offer practical advice for reducing alcohol intake. Dr. Nye underscores the importance of public awareness and the role of healthcare professionals in disseminating this information, while also emphasizing the need for sustainable lifestyle changes. Do you have questions about cancer? Call our Bench to Bedside Hotline at (913) 588-3880 or email us at benchtobedside@kumc.edu, and your comment or question may be shared on an upcoming episode! If you appreciated this episode, please share, rate, subscribe and leave a review. To ensure you get our latest updates, For the latest updates, follow us on the social media channel of your choice by searching for KU Cancer Center. Links from this Episode: Read the US Surgeon General’s Advisory “Alcohol and Cancer Risk” Read “Understanding Breast Cancer Prevention” by Dr. Lauren Nye on the KU Cancer Center blog Learn about cancer prevention and risk reduction on the KU Cancer Center website
