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flag A major study finds statins’ risks are mostly overstated, with only muscle issues, diabetes in high-risk people, and liver enzyme changes clearly linked, while benefits in preventing heart attacks and strokes remain strong.

flag A major Lancet study of over 123,000 people in 19 clinical trials finds that most side effects linked to statins—such as depression, cognitive decline, and liver or kidney issues—lack strong evidence of causation, with only muscle problems, type 2 diabetes in high-risk individuals, and liver enzyme changes showing clear links. flag The findings challenge current drug labels that may mislead patients and doctors, urging updates based on high-quality trial data. flag Statins remain highly effective at preventing heart attacks and strokes, and their benefits far outweigh the small, well-defined risks.

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