Statins
People with Kidney Disease, Heart Disease, Diabetes, Circulation Problems or history of Stroke/TIA are at increased risk of having a heart attack or stroke.
For people with these conditions, NHS Guidance is to offer active treatment with Statin medication as a way of reducing risk (as they do more than lower your cholesterol).
You may find the decision aid below helpful when considering the pros and cons of taking a statin.
STATINS DECISION AID
It is always important that this is built on having a healthy lifestyle to reduce your risk factors (exercise, diet, not smoking), you can find resources for this below:
When you have decided whether or not to take a statin, pleae let us know either way by using This Form
Last Updated 19/04/2024