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Statins Safe for Older Adults

Updated 2026-08-29 06:40 UTC 2 sources Positive

A world-first clinical trial shows that statins can safely reduce the risk of heart attacks or strokes in healthy people over 70. The Australian-led study found a low risk of side effects.

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Al Jazeera

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The Guardian

Statins can safely cut risk of heart attacks or strokes in healthy people aged over 70, world-first clinical trial shows

Australian-led trial finds low risk of side effects from common cholesterol-lowering medication for otherwise healthy older peopleGet our breaking news email, free app<

2026-08-29 06:25 UTC