A PATIENT ASKS IF THEY SHOULD STOP THEIR STATIN DURING FLU SEASON…AND I RESPOND

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Dr. D; I just read that statins reduce the effectiveness of the flu shot.  Should I stop my Lipitor during flu season? MSL….in Scottsdale   Dear M: Statins are one of the mainstays of cholesterol treatment and they have a 30 year track record of safety and effectiveness.  They are an important therapy for heart …