CNN —Regular aspirin use may keep the oncologist away, at least when it comes to colorectal cancer, according to a new study, and people with unhealthy lifestyles seemed to see the greatest benefit.
Colorectal cancer is the second most common cause of cancer death worldwide, predicted to cause more than 52,500 deaths in the US alone in 2023.
The use of two or more regular-strength aspirin or six or more low-dose aspirin per week was considered regular aspirin use for the purpose of this research.
Those regular users were found to have an 18% lower risk of developing colorectal cancer than non-users.
They argue that doctors should weigh different lifestyle risk factors when they determine whether someone should take regular aspirin to prevent colorectal cancer.
Persons:
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Organizations:
CNN, US Preventive Services Task Force, JAMA Oncology, Health, BMI, American Cancer Society, American Association for Cancer Research, CNN Health, Hollings Cancer, Medical University of South, Boston Medical Center
Locations:
Charleston, Medical University of South Carolina