Trump’s daily aspirin choice clashes with standard medical guidance

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Source: The Washington Post
Trump’s daily aspirin choice clashes with standard medical guidance
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In a Washington Post opinion, Leana S. Wen argues that President Trump's daily high-dose aspirin—despite his doctors urging a lower dose—defies standard medical guidance, since routine use can do more harm than good for many people due to bleeding risks and unclear benefits; the piece urges readers not to imitate this practice and to consult their doctors about aspirin use.

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