Health News Archives

Bayer Marketing Two Unapproved Aspirin Products: FDA
Warning letters issued for Bayer Heart Advantage, Bayer Women's Low Dose Aspirin + Calcium

Aspirin Doesn’t Prevent First Heart Attack, Stroke
Study contradicts current recommendations; expert suggests change

Health Tip: Taking an NSAID
Who should avoid the pain relievers

Healthier Lifestyles Would Lengthen American Lives
Major study suggests slimming down, quitting smoking would boost average life span by 1.3 years

Ibuprofen No Better at Reducing Alzheimer’s Risk
Aspirin, naproxen as effective, but experts don't endorse use of the drugs to combat dementia

Aspirin at Bedtime Lowers Blood Pressure
No benefit seen for prehypertensive people in morning use, researchers report

Ibuprofen Linked to Reduced Alzheimer’s Risk
Other painkillers show some benefit, but more research needed, study says

Daily Aspirin May Reduce Breast Cancer Risk
But findings are too preliminary for any firm recommendation, researchers say

Overuse of Opioids, Barbiturates Boosts Chronic Migraine Risk
Self-treating headaches with these drugs doubles chance of having chronic episodes

Aspirin Reduces Asthma Risk Among Older Women
Study found 10 percent fewer new cases over a decade