WASHINGTON, Jun 30, 2009 (UPI via COMTEX) -- A non-profit senior health
organization says the use of statins might significantly reduce the impact of
cardiovascular disease in the United States.
The Senior Center for Health and Security has released a white paper saying the
adverse health and financial impact of cardiovascular disease -- the number one
killer of men and women in the United States -- can be significantly reduced
through the well monitored use of statins.
The paper explores the ramifications of heart disease and stroke, and the role
the cholesterol-lowering statins can play in addressing them. The organization
said physician supervised diet and exercise programs, along with the correct
statin for each patient, can significantly lower the risk of heart disease, help
prevent heart attack and stroke, and reduce healthcare expenditures.
"Meeting your cholesterol goal is a top priority for good heart health," SCHS
Policy Director Al Cors said. "There are many different statin options available
and it's important to talk with your doctor to determine which statin is the
right statin to help you reach that goal."
The organization said well-monitored statin use can also result in lower
healthcare costs.
The white paper is available at
http://www.seniorsforcures.org/6-22-09_statins.html.
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