Statins' Long Overdue Moment in the Sun For decades, statins have been both ubiquitous and contentious.
On one hand, these medications have become a staple of preventive care for millions, credited with reducing cardiovascular events by as much as 30% in high risk individuals.
On the other, their benefits for otherwise healthy adults over 75 remained unclear – until now. A landmark clinical trial led by Monash University has finally shed light on this gray area.