Statins were consistently associated with reduced cardiovascular risks for those older than 85 without excess myopathies and liver dysfunction. (Annals of Internal Medicine) Treatment with ...

What cardiologists say the findings may mean for you.

A recent recommendation statement by the US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, reviewed evidence from trials and studies to assess ...

Share on Pinterest Statins can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease by lowering the level of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol in the blood. clubfoto/Getty Images Statins were first ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I’m taking pravastatin to keep my cholesterol at optimal levels because I had quintuple bypass over 20 years ago. At what point would this medication affect my muscles? And how would ...

Share on Pinterest New research found that statins effectively lowered the risk of cardiovascular and all-cause mortality among older adults. gece33/Getty Images A new study from the University of ...

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Cholesterol-lowering drugs called statins are one of the most effective weapons in the battle against heart disease and they are safe, according to a consensus statement by ...

Many people with high cholesterol may avoid taking statins due to fear over side effects.However, a new study found that ...

Unhealthy cholesterol levels are a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke. When lifestyle changes like diet and exercise aren't enough to lower cholesterol, medications can help. A new ...