November 5th, 2012
Selections from Richard Lehman’s Literature Review: November 5th
Richard Lehman, BM, BCh, MRCGP
This week’s topics include fish consumption, omega-3 fatty acids, and cerebrovascular disease; HRT and cardiovascular disease in recently menopausal women; and more.
January 9th, 2012
Statins Elevate Diabetes Risk in Postmenopausal Women
Larry Husten, PHD
Statins increase the risk for developing diabetes in postmenopausal women, according to a new study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine. The study provides more evidence and details about the previously reported link between statins and diabetes development. Using data from more than 153,000 postmenopausal women who were participating in the Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) and did […]
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