People 60 and older should not start taking Aspirin: Guidance

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Aspirin will no longer be recommended to mitigate the risk of a first heart attack or stroke in individuals who are 60 years old and up, according to the United States Preventive Services Task Force.

The USPSTF announced the guidance on Tuesday in a statement regarding the use of Aspirin to prevent stroke and heart disease.

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