It's been 100 years since the Bayer Company introduced
aspirin. It was greeted as a miracle drug then and a century later, continues to
astound scientists with its many health benefits.
Although best known for its role in relieving headache and other kinds of
pain, studies over the past several decades have shown aspirin can play a role
in helping to prevent and treat heart attacks, reduce risk of colon cancer and
eclampsia, a dangerous condition that can occur during pregnancy.
 | How Aspirin Works The use of salicylates, the chemical root of aspirin, goes back to the 5th century B.C., when Hippocrates used the bark of the willow tree to treat fevers and pain. It's come a long way since. Potential Hazards | Should you take one a day to prevent future problems? Not necessarily. Aspirin Timeline | Great moments in the history of America's favorite remedy. The Best Pain Reliever? | Aspirin, acetaminophen or ibuprofen? It all depends on what ails you. |
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