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Cholesterol Managers Want to Double Statin Prescriptions

Analysis by Dr. Joseph Mercola Fact Checked

cholesterol managers want to double statin prescriptions

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  • A recent study by Duke University found nearly 25% of those who meet eligibility requirements for statin prescriptions are not offered them; some patients are declining the medications citing fear of side effects

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