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A new study from Norway published on July 2024 shows that use of low dose aspirin is associated with lower risk of colorectal cancer. Remember that US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) updated their recommendation for Aspirin for CRC on July 26th, 2022 saying that data is unclear for the CRC risk reduction by Aspirin. Let's review various pieces of evidence together.
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Examine the findings of the July 2024 Norwegian study on low-dose aspirin and its association with reduced colorectal cancer risk.
Evaluate the 2022 USPSTF recommendations on aspirin use for colorectal cancer prevention in light of emerging evidence.
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cassie.wisner.hill@*.com
Dec 16 2024, 9:41 pm
Please respond. I want the correct link about aspirin and afib.
hnswanson70@*.com
Dec 14 2024, 1:24 pm
wantied Afib link not colonCa