The Latest Breaking News from Aspirin

Swedish researchers find low daily dose can halve risk in post-surgery patients with specific gene mutations

Letter: For people with lower levels of the enzyme required to metabolise clopidogrel, aspirin remains the better option – a personalised approach is required, write Dr Ronnie Ramlogan, Dr Dimitri Gagliardi, Dr Luigi Venetucci, Dr Abisope Akintola, Dr Cinzia Dello Russo and Prof Sir Munir Pirmohamed

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

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

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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…

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…

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.”

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