Statins

Statins for Kids?

Dr. Michael J. Breus | Posted 08.05.2008 | Living


Dr. Michael J. Breus

The American Academy of Pediatrics released new guidelines this week, recommending some children as young as 8 take cholesterol-fighting drugs to ward off future heart problems.

Should I Give My Wife a Statin?

Doug Bremner | Posted 06.09.2008 | Living


Doug Bremner

You may have read that heart disease is under diagnosed in women, and that they are missing potential treatments that could save their lives.

Statins Linked to Nightmares and Insomnia

Dr. Michael J. Breus | Posted 11.19.2007 | Living


Dr. Michael J. Breus

Can statins trigger poor sleep, which then sets the stage for gaining weight, becoming obese, perhaps dealing with sleep apnea on top of all that weight, and a higher risk for heart troubles?