India, Oct. 31 -- When talking about breast cancer risk factors, most people know about age, family history, and genetics. However, one important risk factor that doesn't get much attention is alcohol consumption. Alcohol might seem like a harmless indulgence, but its effect on breast health is real, says an oncologist. "I believe it's time to move beyond pink ribbons and talk openly about the tough choices that shape our health. Cutting down or even better, cutting out alcohol is a simple, decisive step that can reduce your risk and protect your future," Dr Jeyhan B. Dhabhar, Medical Oncologist and Hemato-oncologist at Jaslok Hospital and Research Centre, tells Health Shots.

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