Aspirin—Heart Attack/ Stroke Prevention
Some people occasionally take aspirin for aches and pains. However, if you've had a heart attack or stroke, or if you're at risk for either, your doctor may recommend a daily aspirin regimen to prevent these attacks. Aspirin helps reduce the clumping of blood platelets that may block arteries. Other tools for heart health: blood pressure monitors and cholesterol testing.
| Product Name | Percent of Pharmacists' Votes |
|---|---|
| Bayer |
60%
|
| Ecotrin |
28%
|
| St. Joseph's |
9%
|
| Halfprin |
4%
|
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Blood Pressure Monitors
If your blood pressure is high or on the rise, your doctor may suggest that you have it checked regularly. That's where blood pressure monitors...
Cholesterol Testing
High cholesterol narrows arteries and can lead to heart disease and stroke. Keeping cholesterol in check is hugely important, and the products below...
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