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Statins May Also Treat Depression

Thursday August 21, 2003
Statins are a mainstay in treating cholesterol, and new research suggests that they also help reduce anxiety, depression, and hostility.

Scientists had already known that statins may help stroke, macular degeneration. osteoporosis, and possibly dementia.

Read more in these two articles:

Reuters - Cholesterol Drug May Also Prevent Depression

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