Daily Aspirin - Should You Take It? Cardiologist explains.

Always check with your health care professional before taking any medications. The surgeons would like to thank Dr. Mike Heffernan for discussing the question of whether or not to take daily aspirin (ASA). We discuss who should take daily ASA and who should not. We discuss the mechanism of action of ASA and how it can prevent heart attacks. Here is the link to the paper from The Lancet (18)31924-X/fulltext Please see the complete user agreement at Medical emergency Do NOT use the Video for medical emergencies. If you have a medical emergency, call a physician or qualified healthcare provider, or CALL 911 immediately. Under no circumstances should you attempt self-treatment based on anything you have seen or read on the Video. General information is not medical advice The general information provided on the Video is for informational purposes only and is not professional medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, or care, nor is it intended to be a substitute therefore. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider properly licensed to practise medicine or general healthcare in your jurisdiction concerning any questions you may have regarding any information obtained from this Video and any medical condition you believe may be relevant to you or to someone else. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this Video. Always consult with your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before embarking on a new treatment, diet, or fitness program. Information obtained on the Video is not exhaustive and does not cover all diseases, ailments, physical conditions, or their treatment.