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Effectiveness of statins is lesser for women
Jan 30 2007, Anupam Agnihotri

Well-known series of drugs called, statins that are used worldwide for lowering LDL - the so-called bad cholesterol, which in turn prevents progression of dangerous plaque buildup in arteries, are less effective for women, a new Canadian study suggests...

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