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Do statins reduce mortality in older people? Findings from a longitudinal study using primary care records

BMJ

1 Clinical guidelines internationally recommend statin therapy for both primary and secondary prevention of CVD, making statins one of the most frequently prescribed drugs in industrialised countries. 9 The availability of electronic health records makes it easier to follow up on patients’ health information for an extended period.