One of the main risk factors for CHF is heart disease. So, you can reduce your risk of CHF by preventing heart disease. One piece of heart-healthy advice often discussed in the media is the daily use of aspirin.
Research does show that aspirin therapy can help people who already have heart disease.
For instance, a daily dose of 75 to 325 milligrams has been shown to prevent second heart attacks. Plus, taking an aspirin during an actual heart attack can reduce heart damage. Some research shows that regular aspirin use may reduce heart attack risk. But experts can't yet advocate general use. Plus, regular aspirin use comes with some risks, such as stomach bleeding.