Aspirin May Reduce Breast Cancer Risk

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Aspirin is a common NSAID that can be used to prevent second heart attacks. A new study reveals that daily use of aspirin can cut a women's risk of developing estrogen receptor positive breast cancer by 16%.

Top Resources on Aspirin May Reduce Breast Cancer Risk

Reuters: Aspirin seen cutting risk of type of breast cancer (April 30, 2008)
Press Association: Aspirin 'may help cut cancer risk' (May 1, 2008)
eFluxMedia: Aspirin May Protect Women against Breast Cancer (May 1, 2008)
eMaxHealth: Daily Aspirin Cuts Common Breast Cancer Risk (May 1, 2008)
Telegraph: 'An aspirin a day can keep breast cancer away' (May 1, 2008)

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Contributor: Amy Sandhu
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Last update: Jul. 30, 2008

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