There were 254.8 per 100,000 per year Myocardial deaths in the aspirin group compared with 439.7 per 100,000 per year in the placebo group.  How many participants need to be treated with aspirin for 1 year to result in one (1) fewer myocardial death.  Show calculations.

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There were 254.8 per 100,000 per year Myocardial deaths in the aspirin group compared with 439.7 per 100,000 per year in the placebo group.  How many participants need to be treated with aspirin for 1 year to result in one (1) fewer myocardial death.  Show calculations. 

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