Cancer and Alcohol

Dr. Ruth Warren joins us today to discuss alcohol, cancer risk, and society’s relationship with alcohol consumption. We explore how our relationship with alcohol is conditioned at a young age and how we’re taught to love the drink as we grow up, even if we don’t like the taste. We describe the two ways of connecting and our tendency to use substances—alcohol, cannabis, and others—to enhance our experiences and the way we connect with ourselves and others. We also discuss the sober-curious movement, working on alcohol moderation and abstinence, and witnessing our life patterns without judgment. A Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine and Medical Oncology, Board-Certified in Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology, Dr. Ruth Warren has served as a physician for Green Bay Oncology since 2008. She attended the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine at Midwestern University. She completed her residency at the Scott & White Hospital, part of the Texas A&M University Health Science Center School of Medicine. She completed her fellowship in Medical Oncology at the University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics in Madison, Wisconsin. “The big question is why we need to be altered in anything, in connection to ourselves and others.”– Dr. Ruth Warren This week on Cancer Covered:Why do we love and consume alcoholHow we’re conditioned to love alcoholNoah Sweat’s speech on alcohol and society’s bipolar relationship with alcoholHow people attempt to enhance their everyday experiences with alcoholThe tendency to use alcohol to avoid confronting our anxietiesHow our connection with ourselves and our goodness become severedThe use of alcohol to self-sootheWhether there are health benefits to consuming alcoholAlcohol and cancer riskThe “Sober-curious” movement and how Ruth is rethinking her relationship with alcoholWitnessing the life patterns we live without judgment Connect with Dr. Ruth Warren:Ruth Warren on LinkedIn Join Our Free Monthly Support GroupNo one should carry the burden of cancer alone. A cancer diagnosis can make you and your loved ones feel isolated and alone – just when you need support the most.Our social workers at Green Bay Oncology know that meaningful connection brings strength and healing. Sharing the experience in a safe space with others on a similar path is often powerful and therapeutic. That’s why we offer a free monthly virtual and in-person cancer support group facilitated for you and your loved ones.Wherever you are on your cancer journey – you are always welcome.To join us, visit: https://gboncology.com/events/ We’ve Got Cancer…Covered.Thanks for tuning into this week’s Cancer Covered with Green Bay Oncology episode. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts.Apple Podcasts | GooglePlay |Deezer | Spotify | iHeartPlease share your favorite episodes on social media to help us reach more oncology professionals, cancer patients, and their families. Join us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn. For more exclusive content and information, visit our website.