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Is it okay to drink water that has been sitting for a week?

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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), microorganisms can thrive in water that has been left to incubate for hours. This raises the critical question: Is it okay to drink water that has been sitting for a week? The answer, according to experts, is that it is not recommended due to increased risks of bacterial growth and contamination.