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Meta-analysis of impact of different types and doses of statins on new-onset diabetes mellitus. This is a bit worrisome.  Millions of us are encouraged to take statins like Lipitor for elevated cholesterol.  This

Recent reports of selected observational studies and a meta-analysis have stirred controversy and have become the impetus for calls to abandon recommendations for reduced sodium intake by the US general population. A detailed

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