Daily Aspirin - Should You Take It? Cardiologist Update

Talking With Docs • October 12, 2025
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Dr. Paul Zalzal and Dr. Brad Weening are orthopedic surgeons and members of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Together, they help make medicine accessible by serving up practical insights on orthopedic treatments, various tips on surgeries, gut health, as well as other health topics. Through short, topic-specific videos that blend insight and humour, Dr. Zalzal and Dr. Weening connect with patients at every stage of their journey to inform, educate, and empower. Learn how to properly prepare for surgery, surgery risks, what to expect after surgery, cardiology, anesthesia and much more. The Talking with Docs Vision: To support people’s healing journeys–from clinical diagnosis to surgery to recovery–through memorable chats that include digestible clinical information and heartfelt guidance. To learn more about how to take charge of your own health, visit www.talkingwithdocs.com.

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đź“© Contact us: [email protected] In this episode of Talking With Docs, Dr. Paul and Dr. Brad are joined by cardiologist Dr. Heffernan to answer one of the most common questions in heart health: should you be taking daily aspirin? For years, aspirin was considered a simple way to prevent heart attacks and strokes but new research shows it may not be right for everyone. Together, the doctors break down who should take it, who shouldn’t, and why. You’ll learn: - How aspirin works in the body to prevent clots - When it’s prescribed for heart disease prevention (and when it’s not) - The difference between primary and secondary prevention - Risks and side effects you need to know - What the latest guidelines say about daily aspirin use If you or someone you love has been told to “just take an aspirin a day,” this episode is a must-watch for understanding when that advice helps and when it can do more harm than good. 🎧 Listen on Your Favourite Platforms: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3OFxEjictC41CCS1z2AVKe Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/talking-with-docs/id1799242189 YouTube Music: • TWD Podcast đź‘• Shop Our MERCH: https://www.spreadshirt.ca/shop/user/talking+with+docs/ ❤️ Support Oakville Hospital: https://donate.oakvillehospitalfoundation.com 📱 Follow Us: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkingwithdocs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingwithdocs/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063617375848 🛑 DISCLAIMER: This content is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor before starting or stopping any medication. Full disclaimer at talkingwithdocs.com. #aspirin #hearthealth #cardiology #bloodthinners #strokes #heartattack #doctoradvice #talkingwithdocs #heartdisease #dailyaspirin #medicaladvice #cardiologist #bloodclots #prevention