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Originally Posted by DavidTrap
I won't disagree that the pharmaceutical companies make lots of dollars from statins, but they wouldn't be subsidised on the Pharmaceutical Benefit Scheme by the Federal Government if there wasn't good evidence.
I anaesthetise patients for cardiac surgery - I certainly agree that we see lots of people who have indulged in too much fast-food. Unfortunately we see some without any risk factors who look to be clean living people - usually they have chosen their parents poorly. You can't change the hand you've been dealt, but (most of the time) you can decide how it's played. One thing I have definitely observed - 99% of the 80+ year olds we see are NOT fat - the fat ones are already dead.
DT
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David, with respect, there are many generalisations and sweeping statements you're making here.
The topic is complex, and I fully respect your professional role.
I'm happy to open my mind to the possibility that I have mis-stated something or I am way out of whack. I am fully prepared to make public apologies for any misrepresentations I've made.
However, I assure you, there is much research, deliberation and validity behind my words.
Perhaps it is not appropriate to continue in a low-rigor forum.
I am happy to call it quits at this point, if necessary.
Cheers