New research in The Lancet Digital Health confirms that serious muscle problems from statin use occur far less frequently than patients fear, potentially increasing medication adherence among millions taking cholesterol drugs. The finding addresses a major barrier to treatment compliance for cardiovascular disease prevention.
NBC News · Thursday, 25 June 2026
People are more worried about severe muscular problems when taking statins than they should be: These side effects are exceedingly rare, research published Thursday in the journal The Lancet Digital Health reaffirms.
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