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Blood thinner could be more effective than common drug at preventing heart attacks

Clopidogrel was tested against aspirin in people with coronary artery disease (CAD)

The Independent UK

Doctors find drug that is better than aspirin at preventing heart attacks

Discovery that clopidogrel is more effective blood thinner could transform health guidelines worldwide

The Guardian - UK

Blood thinner ‘better than aspirin’ for certain heart disease patients – study

The research also found the use of clopidogrel did not increase the risk of major bleeding, a common and serious side effect of blood thinners.

Evening Standard

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Donald Trump's Hand Has Bruises Again - Is It From A Sexually-Transmitted Disease Like Syphilis?

President Trump's hand bruise sparked online syphilis speculation, but doctors cite age, aspirin use, and circulation issues as the likely causes.

International Business Times UK

Trump reveals dark bruising on hand as he goes cover-up-free in Oval Office amid health concerns

White House says president’s recurring hand bruise is the result of frequent hand-shaking and aspirin

The Independent UK

Aspire Shares Are Trading Higher Monday: What's Going On?

Aspire Biopharma Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:ASBP) shares are trading higher Monday after the company announced top-line data from its crossover bioavailability trial assessing its investigational new sublingual aspirin product compared to chewed uncoated aspirin tablets in healthy adults.

Benzinga

Beyond The Label: 8 Medication Combinations Dangerous For Kids

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10 Common Medications That Doctors No Longer Trust

Modern medicine has saved countless lives, eased unimaginable suffering, and extended human lifespans beyond what was once thought possible. Yet not every pill that once promised relief stands the test of time. Some medications once hailed as breakthroughs have fallen out of favor as new research reveals hidden dangers, questionable…

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8 “Safe” Over-the-Counter Drugs That Are Dangerous for Seniors Over 65

As we age, reaching for a common over-the-counter (OTC) remedy for aches, pains, or a sleepless night seems like a normal part of life. We trust these medications because they are readily available without a prescription, creating a false sense of security. However, for seniors over 65, physiological changes can…

Clever Dude

How your genes interact with your environment changes your disease risk − new research counts the ways

Sitting in my doctor’s examination room, I was surprised when she told me, “Genetics don’t really matter for chronic disease.” Rather, she continued, “A person’s lifestyle, what they eat, and how much they exercise, determine whether they get heart disease.”

The Conversation

Can an aspirin a day keep cancer at bay?

A new study finds that aspirin may disrupt the protective shield cancer cells use to evade the immune system.

Al Jazeera

The UK’s gamble on solar geoengineering is like using aspirin for cancer

Injecting pollutants into the atmosphere to reflect the sun would be extremely dangerous, but the UK is funding field trials

The Guardian - US

Can aspirin prevent cancer from spreading?

The findings of a new study can change the course of cancer treatment.

The Times of India

Unlock the magical mold-killing and stain-busting superpower of this humble household ingredient that costs just 50 cents

If you have aspirin in the house, you can use it to banish mold

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Eureka Moment: Scientists Find How A Common Low-Cost Drug May Prevent Cancer From Spreading

Researchers discovered that aspirin works against cancer spread by stimulating the immune system, a finding they made by chance while investigating the process of cancer spread.

The Independent UK

‘Eureka’ moment as scientists discover common drug stops some cancers spreading

Research suggests aspirin supports a boost in the immune system to help catch deadly cancer cells

Evening Standard

Scientists describe ‘Eureka moment’ over how aspirin prevents cancer spread

A new study suggests aspirin – or other drugs – could be used as a potential cancer treatment.

The Conversation

What do I do with expired medicine? Don’t use it, for a start…

When last did a headache have you reaching into your medicine cabinet – and finding a bottle of aspirin that expired three years ago? Did you take it anyway? And, if you decided instead to get rid of those out-of-date painkillers, how did you do it? If you chose to…

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Laundry expert reveals the unlikely 54p solution to banish stubborn stains and mould build-up

Who would have thought the key to fresh, bacteria-free laundry is hiding in your medicine cabinet? I had to give it a try...

Fortune

The aspirin mistake: 29 million take it daily, not realizing costs outweigh benefits

Daily, low-dose aspirin is no longer recommended for the prevention of stroke and heart attack in older adults not at higher risk of heart disease.

The Conversation

Five common drugs you should avoid using while breastfeeding

Around 92% of people living in the UK have used at least one over-the-counter drug in the past year. While these drugs make it possible to manage symptoms that don’t otherwise require a prescription – such as painkillers for headaches or cough and cold remedies – they aren’t suitable for…

The Independent UK

Trial to investigate if chemical in red wine can prevent bowel cancer

The study will use a purified form of the natural compound, with the trial also testing if drugs like aspirin and metformin can prevent the disease.

The Conversation

Want to solve a complex problem? Applied math can help

You can probably think of a time when you’ve used math to solve an everyday problem, such as calculating a tip at a restaurant or determining the square footage of a room. But what role does math play in solving complex problems such as curing a disease?

Medical Daily

Common Drug Could Cut Colorectal Cancer Risk In People With Unhealthy Lifestyle: Study

Researchers have found that regular use of aspirin could slash colorectal cancer risk in people already at risk from unhealthy lifestyles.

The Conversation

Is it still a good idea to take aspirin to prevent heart disease? Here’s what the evidence says

You might have heard that taking a daily low-dose aspirin can reduce your risk of developing heart disease. But, unless you have been told to take aspirin by your doctor, recent news should make you think again, because, for many, the risks outweigh the benefits.

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