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Discontinuing statins extends and improves life for terminally ill, study suggests
By
John Hall
Jun 03, 2014
Discontinuing cholesterol-busting drugs called statins would save money and potentially extend the lives of terminally ill patients, new research from Duke University School of Medicine suggests.
Low LDL, high HDL correlated to less amyloid plaque deposits
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jan 02, 2014
Cholesterol is linked to amyloid deposits in the brain, and unhealthy patterns could contribute to Alzheimer’s, according to a new study.
Morning blood draws: No longer required?
By
Gary Milburn, Ph.D.
with William DePond, M.D.
Jan 30, 2013
There is mounting evidence that blood does not need to be drawn prior to eating! Such medical conclusions may change the early morning paradigm and how patients are managed.
Statins could lower atrial fibrillation risk in seniors with hypertension, research suggests
By
McKnight's Staff
May 14, 2012
Cholesterol lowering medications known as statins might help prevent new-onset atrial fibrillation in elderly adults with hypertension, a new study reports.
Good news about bad news
By
Gary Tetz
Apr 11, 2012
Great. Perfect. Dental x-rays have been officially linked to brain tumors. Now I have a headache. I think I need to lie down.
Statins linked to diabetes risk in women, study finds
Jan 11, 2012
In a rare blow to positive news surrounding statins, a new study reveals the heart drugs are associated with a higher risk of diabetes in older women.
Medicare Part D keeps seniors out of nursing homes, hospitals, study shows
Jul 28, 2011
Medicare’s prescription-coverage program cuts healthcare costs by about $12 billion. That’s because the benefit reduces admissions to nursing homes and hospitals, according to a new study.
Statins help prevent influenza deaths, research suggests
Nov 05, 2009
People hit hard by seasonal flu strains have a higher likelihood of survival if they’re already taking statins for managing cholesterol, according to a new report.