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Does Everyone Over 75 Need Statins to Lower Cholesterol?

Statins to lower cholesterol remain among the most prescribed drugs in the world. New 2026 guidelines will not change that.

Joe Graedon - March 12, 2026

Health in a Hurry: Important Medical & Pharma News for 3-13-26

Joe Graedon - March 9, 2026

Restless Legs Drugs and Compulsive Gambling: A Hidden Danger

Joe Graedon - March 9, 2026

PPI Side Effects: Fearmongering or Legitimate Warning?

Joe Graedon - March 5, 2026

Unexpected GLP-1 Side Effects: Fragile Bones to Vision Problems

Joe Graedon - March 2, 2026

Nighttime Restless Legs Wreck Lives, Sleep, and Sanity

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Joe Graedon - March 2, 2026

Falling Asleep with Zolpidem—and Waking up with Heartburn

Millions of people have insomnia. Many try falling asleep with zolpidem. But the drug can cause indigestion. Waking up with heartburn at night is not nice.

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Joe Graedon - February 26, 2026

Health in a Hurry: The Week’s Most Important Medical & Pharma News

Major medical and pharma stories for 2-27-26 in our new HEALTH IN A HURRY section, with context on why this week’s health news matters.