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Atorvastatin users warned over reported death risk
Original: cholesterol
People taking Atorvastatin, one of the most widely prescribed statins for lowering cholesterol, have been warned in a major update reportedly linked to a death risk. The warning is drawing attention in the UK and the US as patients seek clarity on whether the Heart-transforming medication remains safe to continue taking.
Why now: A new warning about a commonly prescribed cholesterol drug has prompted concern among patients.
Evidence
- We Asked a Doctor if You Can Have High Cholesterol and Still Be Healthy · Health.com
- Anyone taking Atorvastatin for cholesterol warned in major update over 'death risk' · Yorkshire Live
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