This OTC Medicine Linked to 20% Higher Anemia Risk in Seniors

New NIH-funded research uncovers potential anemia risks linked to daily low-dose aspirin among older adults.

It’s a small, white pill that has long been a staple in many medicine cabinets. Its reputation as a preventive measure against heart diseases made it an almost ritualistic daily intake for older adults.

Hailed for its potential cardiovascular benefits, the tablet has, for years, been recommended by many physicians as a simple, low-cost intervention. However, with each passing decade the research around medication advances, and what was once considered a universal truth is being reevaluated.

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