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By Debra Manzella, R.N., About.com Guide to Type 2 Diabetes

Using Aspirin to Prevent Heart Disease in People With Diabetes

Monday March 24, 2008
Aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid) is a common, over-the-counter drug that is used to relieve minor aches, pains and fever. It also has a blood-thinning effect shown to benefit people with heart disease, including those with diabetes. For this reason, it may be taken regularly in very low doses to lower the risk of heart attack, angina or stroke.

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