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Colorectal Cancer Risk is Elevated With Higher Levels of Alcohol Consumption

According to a report from Disabled World, the risk of colorectal cancer is elevated with higher levels of alcohol consumption. When cancer causes you to be unable to work for an extended period of time, then you could qualify to receive long-term disability benefits.

The study indicated that those who consume 1 drink per day didn't show an increase in the risk; however, those who drink moderately (up to 49.9 grams of alcohol per day) had a 21% increased risk, and those who drink more (50 grams or higher per day) had a 52% increased risk.

There are concerns with the results of this study though, due to questions being raised on the amount of drinks consumed, the type of beverage, and the pattern of drinking. Yet, in general, previous studies have shown a link between heavy drinking and colorectal cancer.

Further studies would need to be conducted in order to address the aforementioned concerns.

If you need assistance in applying for benefits or appealing a claim for disability benefits that was denied, then you should speak with an Atlanta long-term disability lawyer. A lawyer can help you navigate the sometimes confusing and complicated process of trying to obtain long-term disability benefits.

Long-term disability benefits may be available to those who have purchased a disability plan from a private insurer or have coverage through an employer. Unfortunately, the insurers don't make it easy for the disabled to get access to the benefits they deserve.

When a severe medical condition makes it impossible for you to work and you've been denied your long-term disability benefits, an attorney from LaVan & Neidenberg, P.A. can help you to cut through the red tape and fight for your benefits, no matter where you live in the U.S! Contact an Atlanta long-term disability lawyer today - 1-888-234-5758.