Two Reasons Not to Drink Alcohol: Protecting Your Health
                                
                                
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                                According to the World Health Organization, alcohol consumption was responsible for 2.6 million deaths worldwide in 2019. While there are many reasons to abstain, this article focuses on two critical health risks: irreversible liver damage and significant negative effects on brain function and mental health.