You may have received a text from us advising that you would benefit from a Lipid/Cholesterol lowering medication.

This is to reduce your risk of Cardiovascular disease such as a heart attack or stroke.

Please read the following links which explains the risks and benefits of the drugs and the condition you have been diagnosed with.

What is cholesterol? | What are lipids? | HEART UK -The Cholesterol Charity

https://www.heartuk.org.uk/cholesterol/overview

Getting treatment (heartuk.org.uk)

You may also find the document on the link below helpful in making a decision for you. 

Helping you decide

Once you have made your decision please click on the link we sent you to let us know whether you WOULD like this medication or WOULD NOT. 

If you would like this medication WE WILL BE IN TOUCH WITH YOU AGAIN SHORTLY.

Should you need any further information or support in making your choice please contact the surgery and ask for an appointment with Kathy Davies our clinical pharmacist.