A large,detailed study using healthy people over 70 in a daily aspirin versus placebo trial appears to have shown no benefits in terms of increasing health and longevity (https://www.theguardian.com/science/2018/sep/16/daily-aspirin-unlikely-to-help-older-people-live-longer-study-finds). In fact, some studies appear to suggest that this pain-relieving, anticoagulant actually increases conditions such as stroke.
This blog may help people explore some of the 'hidden' issues involved in certain media treatments of environmental and scientific issues. Using personal digital images, it's also intended to emphasise seasonal (and other) changes in natural history of the Swansea (South Wales) area. The material should help participants in field-based modules and people generally interested in the natural world. The views are wholly those of the author.
Monday, 17 September 2018
Aspirin a Day?
A large,detailed study using healthy people over 70 in a daily aspirin versus placebo trial appears to have shown no benefits in terms of increasing health and longevity (https://www.theguardian.com/science/2018/sep/16/daily-aspirin-unlikely-to-help-older-people-live-longer-study-finds). In fact, some studies appear to suggest that this pain-relieving, anticoagulant actually increases conditions such as stroke.
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