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A University of Iowa research team has found that a class of cholesterol-lowering drugs have no effect on kidney function.

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Revolutionary research shows statins combined with new PIN1 inhibitors could transform bladder cancer treatment, offering hope to thousands of patients.

Aug. 14, 2024 — More than a quarter of Australians over the age of 50 take cholesterol-lowering drugs to prevent heart disease and strokes, but our bodies also need cholesterol to survive.

High cholesterol levels lead to plaque formation in arteries that restrict blood and oxygen flow. Familial ...