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MerylStreep
That’s really interesting - thank you.
I really don’t want to take medication unless I desperately have to.
Professor Jeremy Pearson, Associate Medical Director at the British Heart Foundation, said: “Old age itself – particularly reaching the age of 80 and above - puts people at increased risk of a heart attack or stroke. This risk can be heightened by factors such as high cholesterol, diabetes and high blood pressure, even in those who are otherwise seemingly healthy.”
“Previous clinical trials – which are a better measure than observational studies like this - have also suggested that statins can contribute to a reduction in risk of a heart attack or stroke in elderly people with no history of heart disease. However, further trials are needed to better understand how effective they are in this age group. Regardless of age, those who have suffered a heart attack or stroke will benefit from taking a statin.
Regardless of age, those who have suffered a heart attack or stroke will benefit from taking a statin.
“In line with current guidance, the most important thing is that GPs have a discussion with their elderly patients to help them understand their personal risk of a heart attack or stroke, so they can make an informed decision about taking statins.