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Statins And Kidney Disease: Studies Explain The Complex Relationship
While statins are widely known to protect the heart and prevent strokes, this specific study suggests that taking them over a long period might be linked to a higher risk of developing kidney problems.
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New AHA Guidelines Focus On Early Cholesterol Care, Risk Prevention
The new guidelines outline clear LDL goals and prioritise lifetime risk over just short-term predictions, encouraging doctors to screen and treat younger adults and even kids in some cases.
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Statins Vs Ezetimibe: Which High Cholesterol Drug Lowers Cholesterol With Lesser Side Effects?
Both statin and ezetimibe are commonly prescribed medicines to manage high cholesterol levels. Read on as a doctor explains which one is better for you.
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Stopping Preventive Medications In Elderly Does Not Increase Risk Of Death Or Hospitalisation: Analysis
Findings published in the journal BioMed Central (BMC) Geriatrics also suggest that de-prescribing was not related with an increased risk of falls.
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New Oral Pill Enlicitide Cuts 'Bad' Cholesterol By 60% In Landmark Trial
The new oral pill enlicitide cuts bad cholesterol risk by 60% in a new landmark trial. Here are the mechanisms behind it and why the oral pill could revolutionise cholesterol management.
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American Heart Association's New Cholesterol Guidelines Emphasise Earlier Screening, Lifetime Heart Risk Reduction
The update was jointly published in the journal Circulation and the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. The recent guideline is retitled the 2026 Guideline on the Management of Dyslipidemia and incorporates evidence up to late 2024.
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Ever Heard Of Statin Tolerance? What It Is And How It Impacts Your Health
Statin tolerance is about how well your body can handle statins at effective doses-good tolerance means strong heart protection
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Statin Muscle Pain: What You Should Know About This Side Effect Of Cholesterol-Lowering Medicine
While statins are generally safe, several individuals experience some unwanted symptoms, including muscle pain, which range from mild aches to, very rarely, severe muscle damage.
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Statins Reduce Risk Of Mortality And Heart Problems In People With Type 2 Diabetes, Finds Study
The study found that the benefits of statins were also seen in people who were considered to have a low risk of developing heart disease within the next 10 years.
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Statins May Reduce Heart Disease Risks, Deaths In Diabetes Patients: New Study
Statins were found to lower the chances of dying from any cause and reduced the risk of major cardiac events for all patients, even those considered at low risk.
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Statins And Kidney Disease: Studies Explain The Complex Relationship
While statins are widely known to protect the heart and prevent strokes, this specific study suggests that taking them over a long period might be linked to a higher risk of developing kidney problems.
-
New AHA Guidelines Focus On Early Cholesterol Care, Risk Prevention
The new guidelines outline clear LDL goals and prioritise lifetime risk over just short-term predictions, encouraging doctors to screen and treat younger adults and even kids in some cases.
-
Statins Vs Ezetimibe: Which High Cholesterol Drug Lowers Cholesterol With Lesser Side Effects?
Both statin and ezetimibe are commonly prescribed medicines to manage high cholesterol levels. Read on as a doctor explains which one is better for you.
-
Stopping Preventive Medications In Elderly Does Not Increase Risk Of Death Or Hospitalisation: Analysis
Findings published in the journal BioMed Central (BMC) Geriatrics also suggest that de-prescribing was not related with an increased risk of falls.
-
New Oral Pill Enlicitide Cuts 'Bad' Cholesterol By 60% In Landmark Trial
The new oral pill enlicitide cuts bad cholesterol risk by 60% in a new landmark trial. Here are the mechanisms behind it and why the oral pill could revolutionise cholesterol management.
-
American Heart Association's New Cholesterol Guidelines Emphasise Earlier Screening, Lifetime Heart Risk Reduction
The update was jointly published in the journal Circulation and the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. The recent guideline is retitled the 2026 Guideline on the Management of Dyslipidemia and incorporates evidence up to late 2024.
-
Ever Heard Of Statin Tolerance? What It Is And How It Impacts Your Health
Statin tolerance is about how well your body can handle statins at effective doses-good tolerance means strong heart protection
-
Statin Muscle Pain: What You Should Know About This Side Effect Of Cholesterol-Lowering Medicine
While statins are generally safe, several individuals experience some unwanted symptoms, including muscle pain, which range from mild aches to, very rarely, severe muscle damage.
-
Statins Reduce Risk Of Mortality And Heart Problems In People With Type 2 Diabetes, Finds Study
The study found that the benefits of statins were also seen in people who were considered to have a low risk of developing heart disease within the next 10 years.
-
Statins May Reduce Heart Disease Risks, Deaths In Diabetes Patients: New Study
Statins were found to lower the chances of dying from any cause and reduced the risk of major cardiac events for all patients, even those considered at low risk.
