Clinical practice guideline emphasizes statins remain core therapy for heart disease symptoms
March 02, 2026
Statins remain the core therapy for lowering the amount of cholesterol in the blood and preventing cardiovascular events.
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Statins remain the core therapy for lowering the amount of cholesterol in the blood and preventing cardiovascular events.
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