#$%^&*AU2016202177A120160428.pdf#####H: RBR jtenvoven NRPo1blDCC RBR 995499 oI cx-7/04/2016 Abstract The present invention relates to an IL-13 binding antibody or a functional fragment thereof for use in preventing or reducing risk of experiencing a recurrent cardiovascular (CV) 5 event or a cerebrovascular event in a patient that has suffered of a qualifying CV event.