A US government expert panel said on Oct 12 (2021) that it no longer recommends a daily dose of aspirin to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke in people aged 60 and over.
People aged 40 to 59 who are at a higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease, but have no history of it, should consult with their doctor and make an individual decision on whether to start taking the medicine.
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