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New Cholesterol Pill Could Save Hearts | US News
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A groundbreaking new pill, enlicitide, just got FDA approval and could slash LDL cholesterol by nearly 60%—making it the first oral PCSK9 inhibitor. For those who can’t tolerate statins or still struggle with high cholesterol, this daily pill offers a major new option. Early data is promising, with doctors hopeful it could also reduce heart attacks and strokes. Meanwhile, wildfire smoke remains a serious threat—especially for those with COPD or emphysema—so stay indoors until air quality clears.
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