Weirdly-impactful political events: the invention of statins and unleaded gas.
Both were invented in the 70s and became wide-spread by the 90s.
Both were invented in the 70s and became wide-spread by the 90s.
November 7, 2026 at 7:09 AM
Weirdly-impactful political events: the invention of statins and unleaded gas.
Both were invented in the 70s and became wide-spread by the 90s.
Both were invented in the 70s and became wide-spread by the 90s.
When statins aren’t enough, other cholesterol-lowering drugs come into play. But which one is most effective? https://www.statnews.com/2026/11/05/repatha-vs-zetia-cholesterol-study-heart-attack-risk/
November 8, 2026 at 5:30 PM
When statins aren’t enough, other cholesterol-lowering drugs come into play. But which one is most effective? https://www.statnews.com/2026/11/05/repatha-vs-zetia-cholesterol-study-heart-attack-risk/
When statins aren’t enough, other cholesterol-lowering drugs come into play. But which one is most effective? One drug lowered heart attack risk by 20%. https://www.statnews.com/2026/11/05/repatha-vs-zetia-cholesterol-study-heart-attack-risk/
Beyond statins, one drug lowered heart attack risk by 20%
A new study could help doctors figure out what medicine to prescribe for cholesterol when statins don't cut it: It's “answering a really challenging clinical question."
www.statnews.com
November 5, 2026 at 3:29 PM
When statins aren’t enough, other cholesterol-lowering drugs come into play. But which one is most effective? One drug lowered heart attack risk by 20%. https://www.statnews.com/2026/11/05/repatha-vs-zetia-cholesterol-study-heart-attack-risk/
Unleaded gas was on my radar but statins were not. I see the theory, though, and it looks good to me
November 7, 2026 at 7:12 AM
Unleaded gas was on my radar but statins were not. I see the theory, though, and it looks good to me
It can't hurt! That's literally what the statins are for
November 6, 2026 at 8:35 PM
It can't hurt! That's literally what the statins are for
Thank you.
Do they think that drivers who wear seat belts have “accident anxiety”?
Or that people who take statins have “heart-attack anxiety”?
So tired of people taking reasonable health-safety measures being labeled as anxious. Thank you for the work you do.
Do they think that drivers who wear seat belts have “accident anxiety”?
Or that people who take statins have “heart-attack anxiety”?
So tired of people taking reasonable health-safety measures being labeled as anxious. Thank you for the work you do.
November 5, 2026 at 1:48 PM
Thank you.
Do they think that drivers who wear seat belts have “accident anxiety”?
Or that people who take statins have “heart-attack anxiety”?
So tired of people taking reasonable health-safety measures being labeled as anxious. Thank you for the work you do.
Do they think that drivers who wear seat belts have “accident anxiety”?
Or that people who take statins have “heart-attack anxiety”?
So tired of people taking reasonable health-safety measures being labeled as anxious. Thank you for the work you do.
Elderly Patients on Statins for Primary Prevention Can Stop, but It’s Not Risk Free: STREAM
Elderly Patients on Statins for Primary Prevention Can Stop, but It’s Not Risk Free: STREAM
Elderly Patients on Statins for Primary Prevention Can Stop, but It’s Not Risk Free: STREAM
ccox@crf.org
Sun, 11/08/2026 - 17:53
Caitlin E. Cox
“These findings suggest cautious statin discontinuation in primary prevention only after shared decision-making,” Nicolas Rodondi says.
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November 8, 2026 at 11:10 PM
Elderly Patients on Statins for Primary Prevention Can Stop, but It’s Not Risk Free: STREAM
You're not taking statins, are you? Are your legs worse at night?
November 5, 2026 at 11:27 PM
You're not taking statins, are you? Are your legs worse at night?
Anyone taking statins?
www.resetera.com/threads/16...
www.resetera.com/threads/16...
November 7, 2026 at 2:59 PM
Anyone taking statins?
www.resetera.com/threads/16...
www.resetera.com/threads/16...
How tf has his black heart not exploded by now, dude must take horse pill sized statins
November 6, 2026 at 1:38 AM
How tf has his black heart not exploded by now, dude must take horse pill sized statins
Results from the STREAM and eZ-PAVE trials add 🆕 insights into statin therapy treatment, including discontinuation vs. continuation in older adults and benefits of statin ➕ ezetimibe vs. statins alone.
Read more: https://bit.ly/3UlBezP
#ScientificSessions26 #CardioSky
Read more: https://bit.ly/3UlBezP
#ScientificSessions26 #CardioSky
November 7, 2026 at 10:05 PM
Results from the STREAM and eZ-PAVE trials add 🆕 insights into statin therapy treatment, including discontinuation vs. continuation in older adults and benefits of statin ➕ ezetimibe vs. statins alone.
Read more: https://bit.ly/3UlBezP
#ScientificSessions26 #CardioSky
Read more: https://bit.ly/3UlBezP
#ScientificSessions26 #CardioSky
New research shows stopping statins is generally safe for adults 70+ without prior heart disease — but a slight increased risk over 4 years means the decision should be made individually with your doctor. Published in NEJM. #HeartHealth #Statins
November 9, 2026 at 3:14 PM
New research shows stopping statins is generally safe for adults 70+ without prior heart disease — but a slight increased risk over 4 years means the decision should be made individually with your doctor. Published in NEJM. #HeartHealth #Statins
Major trial challenges how doctors decide who really needs statins https://cavenewstimes.com/major-trial-challenges-how-doctors-decide-who-really-needs-statins/
November 7, 2026 at 6:24 AM
Major trial challenges how doctors decide who really needs statins https://cavenewstimes.com/major-trial-challenges-how-doctors-decide-who-really-needs-statins/
Major trial challenges how doctors decide who really needs statins https://cavenewstimes.com/major-trial-challenges-how-doctors-decide-who-really-needs-statins/
November 7, 2026 at 6:24 AM
Major trial challenges how doctors decide who really needs statins https://cavenewstimes.com/major-trial-challenges-how-doctors-decide-who-really-needs-statins/
Are they all real tablets or are some of them just statins and that?
November 7, 2026 at 3:40 PM
Are they all real tablets or are some of them just statins and that?
Do Statins Actually Cause Muscle Pains and Cramps? Why? The answer is yes and the reason is based on statin-manipulated calcium channel flow in muscle tissue. #Statins #MusclePain #Cholesterol #HeartHealth #MedicalResearch
November 6, 2026 at 10:10 PM
Do Statins Actually Cause Muscle Pains and Cramps? Why? The answer is yes and the reason is based on statin-manipulated calcium channel flow in muscle tissue. #Statins #MusclePain #Cholesterol #HeartHealth #MedicalResearch
My last lipid profile was WONKY. We tried statins, but that ramped up leg pain and insomnia and started a cascade of other crap.
Bile was up too, so my liver is pissed about something.
Bile was up too, so my liver is pissed about something.
November 5, 2026 at 11:24 PM
My last lipid profile was WONKY. We tried statins, but that ramped up leg pain and insomnia and started a cascade of other crap.
Bile was up too, so my liver is pissed about something.
Bile was up too, so my liver is pissed about something.
another WTF moment about my own malfunctioning body.
So, for those of us who don’t know yet, which included me yesterday:
Get your cholesterol checked!
It’s not about diet, & it’s not about exercise (though they are contributors.) It’s not your fault & statins aren’t the only option.
So, for those of us who don’t know yet, which included me yesterday:
Get your cholesterol checked!
It’s not about diet, & it’s not about exercise (though they are contributors.) It’s not your fault & statins aren’t the only option.
November 5, 2026 at 10:39 PM
another WTF moment about my own malfunctioning body.
So, for those of us who don’t know yet, which included me yesterday:
Get your cholesterol checked!
It’s not about diet, & it’s not about exercise (though they are contributors.) It’s not your fault & statins aren’t the only option.
So, for those of us who don’t know yet, which included me yesterday:
Get your cholesterol checked!
It’s not about diet, & it’s not about exercise (though they are contributors.) It’s not your fault & statins aren’t the only option.
In older adults with at least 2 chronic conditions & no known atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, statin discontinuation was noninferior to continuation for a composite of myocardial infarction, stroke, or death at 2 years. Full STREAM trial results: https://nej.md/47U1X9N
#ScientificSessions26
#ScientificSessions26
November 7, 2026 at 9:20 PM
In older adults with at least 2 chronic conditions & no known atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, statin discontinuation was noninferior to continuation for a composite of myocardial infarction, stroke, or death at 2 years. Full STREAM trial results: https://nej.md/47U1X9N
#ScientificSessions26
#ScientificSessions26
Yes, I know those meds are “statins” but does Joe? Why do you think Joe is so smart? Hmmmmm?
November 4, 2026 at 3:08 PM
Yes, I know those meds are “statins” but does Joe? Why do you think Joe is so smart? Hmmmmm?