Statins and amnesia remain controversial

Mar 21, 2021
Mar 21, 2021

Graedons — Joe Graedon and Dr. Teresa Graedon
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Joe and Teresa Graedon

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Joe and Teresa Graedon

Question: A few years ago, I awoke and jumped in the shower. While I lathered up, I started reviewing my day’s upcoming activities, as I usually do. To my surprise, I couldn’t remember them. In fact, I didn’t even know my home phone number.

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Joe Graedon is a pharmacologist; Dr. Teresa Graedon is a medical anthropologist and nutrition expert. Questions for the Graedons can be sent to them using their website, www.peoplespharmacy.com, or by writing to the following address: Graedons’ People’s Pharmacy, King Features, 628 Virginia Drive, Orlando, FL 32803.