Discuss the role of aspirin in heart disease prevention


Can lower risk of first heart attack in men (not women).
Reduces risk of stroke in women.
Taken under a physician's direction.
People with a history of ulcers, stroke, and liver or kidney problems may be advised to avoid aspirin.
Taking aspirin should not be considered a substitute for a healthy lifestyle.

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Fill in the blank with the right word.

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a. 12 b. 21 c. 31 d. 52

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A) dwarfism B) Addison disease C) Cushing syndrome D) Graves disease

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A. Supra- B. Peri- C. Inter- D. Cata-

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