Warning labels worked for cigarettes. They could work for alcohol too

Last week, U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy said that alcoholic drinks should carry a warning about cancer risks on their label. Alcohol consumption increases the risk of at least seven types of cancer, including breast, colon, and liver, yet less than half of Americans are aware of this connection. A warning label, he said, would help people make an informed decision when choosing whether or not to drink. It is unclear when or if the surgeon general’s advisory will be adopted. It’s...