EONS calls for no amendments to the BECA report’s recommendations on alcohol and cancer risk - EONS

The European Oncology Nursing Society (EONS) together with the European Alcohol Policy Alliance (Eurocare) and 14 other organisations, signed a joint letter calling Members of the European Parliament to safeguard the amendments of the BECA report related to alcohol (Para 15, 16 and 44) not to be weakened with the final vote. Emerging evidence indicates that in terms of cancer prevention there is no safe level of alcohol consumption. For this reason, labelling of alcoholic beverages should not report ambiguous wording such as ‘moderate’ and ‘responsible’ drinking, but instead include clear and visible health warnings, alongside a full nutrition declaration and a list of ingredients on the bottle. Consumers have the right to accurate health information in order to facilitate making informed and healthier choices which protect themselves, society, and the economy at European and national level. It is essential that there are statutory requirements for the alcohol industry to explicitly inform their customers of the proven risks of adverse outcomes as a consequence of consuming their products. Read the full letter here.