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Dr. Roach Advises Safe Statin Choices for Seniors

5/8/2025

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A concerned reader sought advice on statin use for their 84-year-old father battling early Alzheimer’s. Dr. Roach urged caution with lipophilic statins like atorvastatin, warning they could impair memory. Instead, he recommended rosuvastatin for its safety. In another query, he noted that COVID boosters are optional for healthy seniors, providing reassurance amidst ongoing health concerns.

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A concerned reader sought advice on statin use for their 84-year-old father battling early Alzheimer’s. Dr. Roach urged caution with lipophilic statins like atorvastatin, warning they could impair memory. Instead, he recommended rosuvastatin for its safety. In another query, he noted that COVID boosters are optional for healthy seniors, providing reassurance amidst ongoing health concerns.