Aspirin in Reducing Events in the Elderly (ASPREE)
Long Study Name: Aspirin in Reducing Events in the Elderly
Study Type: cardiovascular and memory
Study Purpose
The ASPREE study will explore whether a low daily dose of aspirin can help prevent conditions such as heart disease and dementia in older adults, extending their disability-free years of life.
Study Design
- Random (by chance) assignment to receive either a low daily dose of aspirin or a placebo (inactive medicine).
Study Qualifications
- Age: 65 and older
- In good general health
Study Duration
Study Benefits
- Health and medical screenings at no cost to you
Study Contact
If you are interested in participating in ASPREE, call 713-8243 or email pwittmer@wakeahealth.edu