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Only Half on Statins See ‘Appropriate’ Reduction in Bad Cholesterol

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Only Half on Statins See ‘Appropriate’ Reduction in Bad Cholesterol

For Elderly, Multiple Meds After Heart Attack Come at a Cost

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For Elderly, Multiple Meds After Heart Attack Come at a Cost

Using MedShadow to Become Better Informed About Your Meds

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Using MedShadow to Become Better Informed About Your Meds

Experimental Drug Lowers Cholesterol Without Statin Side Effects

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Experimental Drug Lowers Cholesterol Without Statin Side Effects

5 Things to Know About Statin Alternatives

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5 Things to Know About Statin Alternatives

So, Your Doctor Wants You to Take a Statin. What Are the Risks?

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So, Your Doctor Wants You to Take a Statin. What Are the Risks?

AHA: Statin Side Effects Rare, Benefits Outweigh Risks

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AHA: Statin Side Effects Rare, Benefits Outweigh Risks

Are Statins Overprescribed? For Many, Their Risks May Outweigh Their Benefits

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Are Statins Overprescribed? For Many, Their Risks May Outweigh Their Benefits

Quick Hits: Statins and Seniors, ‘Magic Mushrooms’ As Depression Treatment & More

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Quick Hits: Statins and Seniors, ‘Magic Mushrooms’ As Depression Treatment & More

Statins’ Benefits Beyond CV Unclear

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Statins’ Benefits Beyond CV Unclear

Some Statins May Be Associated With Memory, Cognitive Issues

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Some Statins May Be Associated With Memory, Cognitive Issues

Yes, Statins Work. But Who Should Take Them?

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Yes, Statins Work. But Who Should Take Them?

Quick Hits: Abuse-Deterrent Opioids Don’t Deter, Antidepressants Can Increase Head Injuries in Seniors & More

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Quick Hits: Abuse-Deterrent Opioids Don’t Deter, Antidepressants Can Increase Head Injuries in Seniors & More

People Who Continue Taking Statins Despite Side Effects Have Slightly Better Outcomes

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People Who Continue Taking Statins Despite Side Effects Have Slightly Better Outcomes

Stuck with Statins? Try a Plant-Based Diet to Cut Back

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Stuck with Statins? Try a Plant-Based Diet to Cut Back

Statins May Accelerate Onset of Parkinson’s

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Statins May Accelerate Onset of Parkinson’s

No Cardiovascular Prevention Benefit Seen With Statins in Seniors

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No Cardiovascular Prevention Benefit Seen With Statins in Seniors

Study Finds Statin Side Effects the Result of ‘Nocebo’ Effect

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Study Finds Statin Side Effects the Result of ‘Nocebo’ Effect

Statins Linked to Higher Risk of Back Problems

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Statins Linked to Higher Risk of Back Problems

Drug Combo May Boost Bleeding Risk for Irregular Heartbeat Patients

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Drug Combo May Boost Bleeding Risk for Irregular Heartbeat Patients

New Guidelines Set to Expand Statin Use, Despite Some Concerns

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New Guidelines Set to Expand Statin Use, Despite Some Concerns

Be Aware of Potential Interactions With Statins and Heart Drugs

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Be Aware of Potential Interactions With Statins and Heart Drugs

Quick Hits: Alternatives to Statins, the Revolving Door Between FDA and Industry & More

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Quick Hits: Alternatives to Statins, the Revolving Door Between FDA and Industry & More

Do the Benefits of Statins Outweigh the Risks?

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Do the Benefits of Statins Outweigh the Risks?

The Risks of Taking Statins

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The Risks of Taking Statins

Mediterranean Diet May Be Better Than Statins For Heart Disease

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Mediterranean Diet May Be Better Than Statins For Heart Disease

Quick Hits: Drugs That Boost Heart Failure Risk, Crestor Goes Generic, & More

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Quick Hits: Drugs That Boost Heart Failure Risk, Crestor Goes Generic, & More

Need to Know: Statins

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Need to Know: Statins

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Industry Payments Boost Brand-Name Drug Prescribing by Docs

Are Statins Overprescribed?

Are Statins Overprescribed?

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ACHOO! MEDSHADOW IDENTIFIES COMMON RISKS OF COLD AND FLU REMEDIES

Statins May Dampen Response to Flu Vaccine

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Statins May Dampen Response to Flu Vaccine

Statins Do Not Protect Against Cancer: Quite the Opposite

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Statins Do Not Protect Against Cancer: Quite the Opposite

Advera Health Analytics: Merck statins linked to more muscle side effects than rest of class

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Advera Health Analytics: Merck statins linked to more muscle side effects than rest of class

Scientists identify mechanism behind statin-induced muscle weakness

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Scientists identify mechanism behind statin-induced muscle weakness

6 Prescription Drugs That Can Lead To Nutritional Deficiencies, Chronic Diseases

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6 Prescription Drugs That Can Lead To Nutritional Deficiencies, Chronic Diseases

Statins Linked With Heightened Aggression in Women, But Reductions in Men

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Statins Linked With Heightened Aggression in Women, But Reductions in Men

Do Statin Drugs Need a Re-Think?

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Do Statin Drugs Need a Re-Think?

Statins can be stopped toward the end of life

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Statins can be stopped toward the end of life

Statins May Seriously Increase Diabetes Risk

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Statins May Seriously Increase Diabetes Risk

Plaque Buildup in Those Who Respond Poorly to Statins

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Plaque Buildup in Those Who Respond Poorly to Statins

Statins may not protect against Parkinson’s after all, study finds

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Statins may not protect against Parkinson’s after all, study finds

Statins expert to put drugs’ side-effects under the microscope

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Statins expert to put drugs’ side-effects under the microscope

Certain Antibiotic/Statin Combos May Be Unsafe Mix: Study

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Certain Antibiotic/Statin Combos May Be Unsafe Mix: Study

No Fracture Benefit From Statins

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No Fracture Benefit From Statins

Statin Drugs Raise Risk of Cataracts

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Statin Drugs Raise Risk of Cataracts

Do Statins Up a Woman’s Risk for Thyroid Cancer?

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Do Statins Up a Woman’s Risk for Thyroid Cancer?

Genetic variants influence a person’s response to statins found

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Genetic variants influence a person’s response to statins found

This Would Be Funny If It Weren’t True

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This Would Be Funny If It Weren’t True

Stopping Statins May Benefit Terminally Ill Patients

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Stopping Statins May Benefit Terminally Ill Patients

Men Who Take Statins May Exercise Less

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Men Who Take Statins May Exercise Less

Side Effects of 5 Drugs Seniors Commonly Take

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Side Effects of 5 Drugs Seniors Commonly Take

Statins: How Safe Are These Life-Savers?

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Statins: How Safe Are These Life-Savers?

Statin Confusion, Worry & a Little Anger

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Statin Confusion, Worry & a Little Anger

Studies: Statins raise risk of cataracts, lower dementia

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Studies: Statins raise risk of cataracts, lower dementia

Statins and Depression: too much of a good thing?

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Statins and Depression: too much of a good thing?

Statins my not mix well with certain antibiotics

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Statins my not mix well with certain antibiotics

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High Potency Statins Linked to Kidney Injury

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High Potency Statins Linked to Kidney Injury

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Statins During Chemo Lowers Heart Problems

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Statins May Lower Glioma Risk Over Time