More on oesophageal cancer
Coffee protects against liver cancer while alcohol is linked with numerous cancers
Alcohol consumption is a major risk factor for several cancers including head & neck (mouth, pharynx, larynx), oesophageal and bowel cancer – as well as the more widely known links to breast and liver cancer
Investigating major risk factors of oesophageal cancer in north-eastern Iran
This study will help clarify whether poor diet and hot beverage consumption are important risk factors
Ultra-processed food heightens risk of mouth, throat and oesophageal cancers
Eating UPF can cause obesity, but that may not be the only factor linking highly processed food with upper aerodigestive cancers
More on oesophageal cancer
Should you pop the kettle on?
Paul Brennan, one of our researchers, investigates whether drinking hot tea increases the risk of oesophageal cancer
The effect of food and drink on oesophageal cancer risk in east Africa
This research – funded by WKOF – is looking at whether strong alcohol, heat damage from hot food and drinks, and a restricted diet increase oesophageal cancer risk
Drinking hot tea – what are the cancer risks?
WCRF-funded research has gained new insights on oesophageal cancer risk factors in north-east Iran
Latest research-related news and blogs

Plant-based diets: eating for our health and the planet
The term plant-based has increased in popularity recently, and for good reason! But what are plant-based diets? Can they promote health for ourselves and the planet?

Charity welcomes UK government’s announcement of National Cancer Plan on World Cancer Day
New cancer plan for England aims to reduce the number of lives lost to cancer and improve survival rates

How mega banks of data are helping scientists make great leaps in cancer research
Scientists need real people to participate in research, and studies need consent, money – and often a lot of time. So what is the UK Biobank, and why is it so important?
Latest research-related news and blogs

Plant-based diets: eating for our health and the planet
The term plant-based has increased in popularity recently, and for good reason! But what are plant-based diets? Can they promote health for ourselves and the planet?

Charity welcomes UK government’s announcement of National Cancer Plan on World Cancer Day
New cancer plan for England aims to reduce the number of lives lost to cancer and improve survival rates

How mega banks of data are helping scientists make great leaps in cancer research
Scientists need real people to participate in research, and studies need consent, money – and often a lot of time. So what is the UK Biobank, and why is it so important?
Latest research-based news and blogs

Plant-based diets: eating for our health and the planet
The term plant-based has increased in popularity recently, and for good reason! But what are plant-based diets? Can they promote health for ourselves and the planet?

Charity welcomes UK government’s announcement of National Cancer Plan on World Cancer Day
New cancer plan for England aims to reduce the number of lives lost to cancer and improve survival rates

How mega banks of data are helping scientists make great leaps in cancer research
Scientists need real people to participate in research, and studies need consent, money – and often a lot of time. So what is the UK Biobank, and why is it so important?