Early statin use linked to 15% lower dementia risk

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Summary

A Danish observational study of over 132,000 people found that starting statin treatment within one year of type 2 diabetes diagnosis was associated with a 15% lower relative risk of dementia over 10 years. The finding suggests statins may have neuroprotective benefits beyond their cardiovascular effects.

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Primary Endpoint

Met

Patients

132,000

Outcome Details

Study of 132,000 people showed 15% lower relative risk of dementia over 10 years in those who started statins within one year of type 2 diabetes diagnosis

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Published by ScienceDaily Pharmaceuticals on September 8, 2026 7:37 AM

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