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Science News for June 14, 2015


Power of the media's impact on medicine use revealed

A study by the University of Sydney found that an ABC TV program questioning the link between cholesterol and heart disease resulted in 14,000 fewer people taking statins per week. The program's impact was seen in those at high risk of cardiovascular disease, potentially leading to preventable heart attacks and strokes.

SourceUniversity of Sydney·JournalThe Medical Journal of Australia·DateJun 14, 2015