A study by the University of Otago has found that around 20 New Zealand women die each year from breast cancer linked to alcohol.

According to the study alcohol consumption is linked to a number of cancers, which is why drinking in moderation is of the utmost importance.

Kiwi researchers estimate that  71 breast cancer deaths occured in 2007 and 65 in 2012 due to drinking.

Researchers found that the risk of cancer is much higher in heavy drinkers.

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