In a nutshell This study investigated the best LDL cholesterol levels to prevent a second stroke. Researchers suggested that patients who had an LDL of less than 70mg had a lower risk of having a second stroke. Some background A stroke happens when the blood flow to the brain is cut-off. The brain cells stop receiving oxygen and begin to die. The body...
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Statin therapy – a review of safety and effectiveness in older people
In a nutshell This study investigated the use of statins (a type of cholesterol-lowering drug) in older patients. They found that statins reduced the risk of major vascular events (MVEs) in all age groups. Some background Statins are a type of drug used in the treatment of cardiovascular disease (CVD). CVD is caused by blockages in the arteries....
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