The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is a federal agency that conducts and supports health promotion, prevention and preparedness activities in the United States, with the goal of improving overall public health. Established in 1946 and based in Atlanta, the CDC is managed by the Department of Health and Human Services .
Definition of ale. 1  1 : an alcoholic beverage brewed especially by rapid fermentation from an infusion of malt with the addition of hops. 2  2 : an English country festival at which ale is the principal beverage.
Definition of 'ginger beer'. ginger beer. Ginger beer is a fizzy drink that is made from syrup and ginger and is sometimes slightly alcoholic. A glass of ginger beer can be referred to as a ginger beer.