2/13/2007
Although TV commercials endlessly promote the use of aspirin to ward off heart attack and stroke, the Food and Drug Administration says daily aspirin therapy isn't for everyone. Most health professionals feel that long-term daily use of aspirin in healthy people is unnecessary. While aspirin can help those at risk of heart attack or stroke by preventing the formation of dangerous clots, unwanted side effects could also include stomach bleeding, bleeding in the brain, and kidney failure. So before you begin long-term use of any over-the-counter drug, talk with your doctor.
Parents, you need to pay attention to this! Your child may have been diagnosed with ADHD, but what about you? If you want to learn more about Adult ADHD, plan on attending a health talk on the subject by Dr. Teresa Gatton. She’ll discuss everything from symptoms to treatment. It’s set for this Friday, February 16th at 1:00 at St. John`s Health Connection location inside Northpark Mall. For more information, call St. John’s Referral One at 625-2000 or log onto stj.com.
