#$%^&*AU2018202009A120180412.pdf#####ll: sxd Interwoven NRPortbl DCC SXD 16680147 _.docx-21 032018 Abstract The present invention relates to an IL- 10 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.