Millions May Be Taking This Heart Drug Longer Than Necessary

For decades, surviving a heart attack has often meant lifelong treatment, but doctors are now questioning whether indefinite use is truly necessary. ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ 

May 5, 2026

Happy Tuesday! Today, we’ll discuss why millions may be taking a common heart drug longer than necessary and a 30-day experiment on the real results of waking up at 5 a.m. Let’s get started! Chrisy Trudeau Managing Editor Millions May Be Taking This Heart Drug Longer Than Necessary For decades, surviving a heart attack has often meant lifelong treatment, but doctors are now questioning whether indefinite use is truly necessary. SHARE*      READ NOW 30 Days of 5 a.m. Mornings—The Real Results It’s about knowing yourself well enough to choose. SHARE*      READ NOW Top Stories US News Top FDA Vaccine Official Steps Down Again as Deputy Takes Over READ NOW ＞       US News Supreme Court Restores Full Access to Abortion Drug for Now READ NOW ＞       Health News Infant Formula Recalled Due to Toxic Contamination: FDA READ NOW ＞       WORDS OF WISDOM It's easier to resist at the beginning than at the end. – Leonardo da Vinci – Healthy Living TCM Health Conditions Why Thyroid Cancer Is Rising—and What Your Body May Be Trying to Tell You READ NOW ＞       Mind & Spirit Likability Is a Skill, Not a Trait READ NOW ＞       Workout of the Day Exercise Recommended by Kevin Shelly Occupational Therapist Squat Jump The squat jump is a high-intensity plyometric movement that builds quad strength, enhances balance, and engages your core muscles. Step 1: Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart with your arms at your sides. Step 2: Slowly squat down until your knees reach 90 degrees. Flex your shoulders and bring your arms straight out in front of you as you squat. Step 3: In one smooth movement, push back to stand rapidly enough to produce a low jump while sweeping your arms down and behind you. It takes some practice to master, but you will quickly get the rhythm. Step 4: This counts as 1 repetition. Try to perform 3 sets of 20 repetitions. This is an ambitious goal for some, but you can attain it if you keep at it. Listen to what your body tells you to modify the sets and repetitions as needed. Explore More Fitness Worth a Look Games and Puzzles Why This Mother’s Day Gift Is Something Moms Actually Use       Contributed by Gan Jing World Over 60? Top 5 Cheap Vegetables to Cleanse Your Kidneys and Prevent Dialysis Exercise Your Brain Spot the Difference SPOT Today's Hurdle GUESS Relaxing Music PLAY Play our popular Crossword, Word Wipe, and Jumble Daily. Looking for more Spot the Difference? Play it here and here. Want to play something else? See all games. Thank you for reading Rise & Shine! Enjoying this newsletter? We'd love to hear how we can make it even better! Do you know someone who would like this newsletter? Share this sign up link with your friend. Prefer push notifications? Download The Epoch Times from the App Store or Google Play. Trouble viewing this email? View in browser.

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