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The Effect of Low-Dose Aspirin on Colorectal Cancer Risk in Women
A new study found that after 18 years, the incidence of colorectal cancer was 20% lower in the group that was taking low-dose aspirin every other day than in the placebo group. Women who continued taking aspirin on their own after the trial ended in 2004 had the greatest reduction in colorectal cancer risk.
About Internal Medicine
Doctors of internal medicine focus on adult medicine and have had special study and training focusing on the prevention and treatment of adult diseases. At least three of their seven or more years of medical school and postgraduate training are dedicated to learning how to prevent, diagnose, and treat diseases that affect adults. Internists are sometimes referred to as the "doctor's doctor," because they are often called upon to act as consultants to other physicians to help solve puzzling diagnostic problems.
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