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• Alcohol use can be moderate for some people but risky in excess.
• Many Americans drink alcohol at least occasionally.
• Moderate drinking is probably safe for many people.
• Moderate drinking means one drink per day for women or anyone over 65, and two drinks per day for men under 65.
• Moderate drinking may reduce the risk of certain heart problems.
• Some people should not drink at all, including alcoholics, children, pregnant women, people taking certain medicines, and people with some medical conditions.
• Anything beyond moderate drinking can be risky.
• Binge drinking means having five or more drinks at one time.
• Binge drinking can damage health and increase the risk of accidents, injuries, and assault.
• Years of heavy drinking can lead to liver disease, heart disease, cancer, and pancreatitis.
• Heavy drinking can also cause problems at home, at work, and with friends.