How Bad is One Cocktail a Day? Separating Myth from Medical Fact
                                
                                
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                                According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), even low levels of alcohol use (less than one drink per day) can raise the risk of certain cancers. The question of how bad is one cocktail a day is more complex than many believe, with modern research challenging older beliefs about moderate consumption.