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The reduced events included: 44% reduction in major heart events (Heartattacks, strokes, cardiovascular death etc.) The real question is whether those who went on to diabetes had less of a benefit from statin therapy in terms of preventing heartattacks and strokes. 2009 May;2(3):279-85.
This misinformation would have resulted in many thousands of people giving up their medication and suffering heartattacks and strokes as a result. I, Dr Malcolm Kendrick, with or without other co-conspirators, would be accused of spreading misinformation about cholesterol and statins. With thousands dying.
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