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NSAIDs

New life for an old drug

Migraine study finds high doses of aspirin can effectively treat symptoms—an affordable option for those who lack access to costlier medicine.

Fighting flu? Mind your heart

Decongestants and other medicines used to treat cold and flu symptoms can sometimes exacerbate high blood pressure or heart problems.

A new weapon against ovarian cancer?

A daily low-dose aspirin might be more than an ounce of prevention.

Killer painkillers?

Tougher labels reflect mounting evidence that NSAIDs such as ibuprofen and naproxen raise heart attack or stroke risk.