Medication check before your doctor visit
This study tests if a pre-visit questionnaire helps older adults and their doctors talk about certain medications. You may be asked about taking a statin for heart health or stopping a high-risk medication.
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Who can take part
- 65 years or older
- Have an upcoming appointment with your primary care doctor at one of the participating Brigham and Women's clinics
- Either you could benefit from a statin (age 65-75 with diabetes, high blood pressure, smoking, or high cholesterol) OR you take a medication that may be risky for older adults
- No current or recent prescription for a statin or similar cholesterol medicine
- No allergy to statins
- Your main language is English or Spanish
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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