So, you’ve heard about statins. Maybe your doctor mentioned them, or perhaps you saw a commercial with happy, healthy-looking people strolling through a park. The big question on your mind is probably ...
Cholesterol-lowering drugs called statins, used by millions, are far safer than previously thought, a major review has found. Leaflets in packs should be changed to reflect this and avoid scaring ...
University of Oxford researchers warn 'ongoing confusion and concern' about the drugs has left many missing out on a treatment that is known to prevent heart attacks and strokes. They are now calling ...
Kingston University provides funding as a member of The Conversation UK. Few medicines have sparked as much debate as statins. Cardiologists often describe them as life-saving, while some patients ...
Statins are the most prescribed drugs in America. At last count, over 50 million people were taking medications such as atorvastatin, rosuvastatin, simvastatin, pravastatin or lovastatin to control ...
DEAR DR. ROACH: A cardiologist recently suggested that I should consider taking a statin because of my “borderline” cholesterol level. So, I took a dive into the details of statin therapy. I learned ...
Have you heard of the most prescribed medicines for high cholesterol, diabetes, and heart disease? They're called statins. If you have a history of high cholesterol, chances are your doctor has ...