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Aspirin Associated With Reduced Colorectal Cancer Risk in Men
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Title Aspirin Associated With Reduced Colorectal Cancer Risk in Men
Url http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/570084?src=rss
Description Regular, long-term use of aspirin is associated with a reduced risk of colorectal cancer in men, according to findings published in the January issue of Gastroenterology. However, the benefit of aspirin requires weekly doses higher than currently recommended over at least 6 years. Reuters Health Information
Category Articles > Gastroenterology
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Date Feb 13, 2008
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