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Should you take an aspirin daily to prevent strokes and heart attacks? That question seems simple enough, and based on general comments you might think it is a good idea, but the scientific data on daily aspirin remains mixed. Yes….aspirin prevents many heart attacks and strokes, but it does have side effects that are significant. …
I was shocked to hear about the unexpected death of James Gladofini, the well-know star of the SOPRANOS HBO SERIES. Although the details are not available, I already know that this will get some 50 year-old guys wondering whether they are at risk for sudden death due to coronary artery disease. It will raise awareness. …
Aspirin may be among the topics most discussed in these pages and today there is another study on aspirin, this time looking at coated aspirin and perhaps it’s reduced effectiveness compared to plain aspirin. I think most people use coated aspirin now as it is the type most advertised, and it does provide some benefit …
Aspirin is just over 100 years old. Developed by Bayer Chemical, the same year as they developed Heroin, they would both go on to have famous careers. Actually, Bayer thought Heroin would be much more popular….little did they know. Aspirin remains a great medication for a whole host of issues, but among the most important …
A recent study of 6000 men with localized prostate cancer demonstrated a marked reduction in cancer recurrence with the use of aspirin. A 57% reduction in recurrence was noted. This simple measure is worth employing in anyone with a history of prostate cancer, so tell someone you know who has had either surgery or xray …
A new study of 100,000 patients shows a small, but significant reduction in cancer in patients who take daily aspirin. There was a 16% reduction in aspirin-takers…..mostly affecting colon and intestinal tract cancers, liver cancer, and bladder cancer. This benefit is statistically small, but fits in with the larger picture for aspirin as a beneficial …
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This week’s Lancet Journal (from England) has an important study supporting the use of aspirin in preventing colon cancer. Aspirin at 600mg daily (equivalent of 2 full dose pills) yielded a significant reduction in colon cancers in patients with Lynch Syndrome (a genetic predisposition to colon cancer). Although not clearly applicable to other patients with …
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