Merkle, Alexander2010-07-212010-07-212010-07-21https://hdl.handle.net/11299/92180The information provided in this handout does not necessarily reflect the views of the University of Minnesota Medical School physicians and faculty. These materials are provided for informational purposes only and are in no way intended to take the place of the advice and recommendations of your personal health care provider. You use the information provided in these handouts at your own risk.Aspirin can help prevent heart disease and stroke for some people. The aspirin used for prevention is affordable and found over-the-counter. Aspirin may not be the right choice for some people, especially those who are at risk for bleeding. Talk to your doctor before beginning to take aspirin to prevent heart disease and stroke.en-USaspirinpreventionheart attackheart diseasestrokemyocardial infarctioncerebral ischemiarecommendationguidelinesOther