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Is Aspirin Linked to Lower Breast Cancer Risk?

Submitted by Keba.sebetoane on Thu, 31/07/2008 - 16:43
Publisher: 
Amarican Cancer Society
Publisher / Organization Main page URL: 
http://www.cancer.org
Published Date: 
2008
Abstract: 
According to a new study published this week in Breast Cancer Research, daily aspirin use appears to slightly reduce the risk of estrogen receptor-positive (ER+) breast cancer, the most common type of breast cancer. However, the current evidence isn't strong enough to suggest women take aspirin as a preventative measure, and experts caution against regular use of the painkiller for this purpose, warning it can cause serious gastrointestinal bleeding.
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Is Aspirin Linked to Lower Breast Cancer Risk?
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