What are 'statins'?

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What are 'statins'?

Jay M. Lee (Surgical Director, Thoracic Oncology Program, UCLA) gives expert video advice on: Does lung cancer run in families?; Is it true aspirin can help prevent lung cancer?; Can nutrition help prevent lung cancer? and more...

Statins are cholesterol lowering drugs. They are commonly used in the treatment of heart disease. Statins currently are being studied for cancer development and whether they have a preventative role.

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