
On Health
In-depth reports on medicine, staying healthy and the major issues surrounding health care.
All Things Considered, May 25, 2004 · A new study shows that women who regularly take aspirin may be less likely to get breast cancer. The findings confirm previous research, but goes further by pinpointing why this common painkiller -- but not other painkillers -- has a beneficial effect. The study's results are in the latest Journal of the American Medical Association. NPR's Joe Palca reports.

In-depth reports on medicine, staying healthy and the major issues surrounding health care.
Comments
Discussions for this story are now closed. Please see the Community FAQ for more information.