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A major new drug trial called Jupiter found that even people with low cholesterol could cut risk of stroke and heart attack in half by taking statins. The study, funded by AstraZeneca, claims that statins can reduce harmful inflammation in the body, as measured by levels of C-Reactive Protein (CRP). What's your reaction to such highly-publicized health news? Will you consult your doctor about taking statins — or wait for more clinical evidence?
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