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Statins are the most prescribed drugs in America. At last count, more than 50 million people were taking medications such as ...

Nick Blackmer is a librarian, fact-checker, and researcher with more than 20 years of experience in consumer-facing health and wellness content. Many people with high cholesterol may avoid taking ...

Most statin side effects listed on drug packaging are not supported by strong evidence, a new review suggests. Of 66 potential side effects, researchers identified only 4 linked to statins.

What cardiologists say the findings may mean for you.

Scientists finally identify why statins can cause the 'painful' side effect in some people ...