Statins

Statin-associated autoimmune myopathy (SAAM), also known as anti-HMGCR myopathy, is a very rare form of muscle damage caused by the immune system in people who take statin medications.

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New Research Indicates That Statins Could Slow Dementia

Finding that statins could slow dementia stimulates further research

Muscle Pain or Fatigue From Statins? What Cholesterol Patients Need To Know

Scientists Identify New Potential Benefits of Statins Beyond Lowering Cholesterol

High doses of statins increase osteoporosis risk, shows study in animals

Genetic Study Shows Cholesterol-Lowering Statins May Increase the Risk of Cataracts

Statins may provide protection against depression

Gut microbiome composition predictive of patient response to statins

Do older adults using statins have lower risk of developing Parkinsonism later?

Even with statins, high triglycerides may increase risk of second stroke

Benefits of Taking Statins Called Into Question: Link Between High Cholesterol and Heart Disease “Inconsistent”

Cholesterol-Lowering Statins Linked to Reduced Risk of Death From COVID-19 in Major Study

Statins may improve survival for triple-negative breast cancer patients