Debating the Efficacy and Side Effects of Statins for Cardiovascular Health

Exploring the controversial use of statins for preventing cardiovascular events, this chapter highlights their proven effectiveness in lowering the risk of heart attacks and strokes. The discussion emphasizes the need for unbiased research to understand the true impact of statins, debunking common myths like statins causing diabetes. Debating the balance between benefits and side effects, the chapter delves into statistical terms like 'number needed to treat' and 'number needed to harm' to analyze the overall impact of statin therapy.