A University of Galway-led study has challenged the "one size fits all" aspirin guidelines
The study was led by Bill McEvoy, Professor of Preventive Cardiology at University of Galway and UHG Consultant Cardiologist
The international research reviewed data on over 47,000 people looking at aspirin for preventing first heart attack or stroke
It found that stopping aspirin slightly increased heart disease and stroke risk in those already taking it.
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However, it also questioned whether current aspirin recommendations apply to all patients
Professor McEvoy says it's therefore important to carry out further research:
