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  • Title: Statins.
    Author: McLoughlin C.
    Journal: Prof Nurse; 2004 Jul; 19(11):51-2. PubMed ID: 15317342.
    Abstract:
    Statins are a lipid-lowering medication. They are increasingly being used for the primary and secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease, as a growing body of research shows that they reduce mortality rates. Carol McLoughlin explains how they work, discusses contraindications, and offers advice on educating patients in their use.
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